Getting Started
HP Business Notebook PC
Document Part Number: 443562-001ꢀꢀ
June 2007
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
and begin using the computer in Windows®.
1 First-time setup
Identifying required hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Step 1: Insert the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3
2 Quick tour
Front components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Right-side components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
3 Next steps
Protecting the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Protecting the computer from viruses . . . . . . . . 3–1
Protecting your system files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Protecting your privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Protecting the computer from power surges. . . . 3–2
Using the computer safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
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Contents
Connecting to a computer network . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Identifying and installing hardware . . . . . . . . . 3–5
4 Troubleshooting
The computer screen is blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3
The computer is unusually warm . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5
When to back up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–2
Backing up the entire hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . A–4
Creating recovery points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–5
Scheduling backups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–5
Performing a recovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–6
Performing a recovery from the recovery
discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–6
Performing a recovery from the hard drive . . . . A–7
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B Specifications
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1
Rated input power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–2
Index
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1
First-time setup
Identifying required hardware
To set up the computer for the first time, you will need the
computer, the AC adapter, the power cord, and the primary
battery.
✎ꢀComponents included with the computer may vary by region or
country and by model.
Componentꢀ
Componentꢀ
Power cord
Modem cable (select models only)
1
2
3
4
(optional for setup)
AC adapter
Country-specific modem adapter
(select models only)
5
Primary battery
Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one
✎ꢀ
approved for this computer.
✎ꢀUnless you use dial-up networking, the modem cable is optional for
setup.
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First-time setup
Setting up the computer
Computer setup involves the following tasks:
1. Inserting the battery into the computer
2. Connecting the computer to external power
The battery begins to charge.
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3. Turning on the computer
4. Setting up the software
5. Creating recovery discs (recommended)
Refer to Appendix A,”Backup and recovery,” for
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instructions.
CAUTION: Reduce the risk of file corruption by observing the following
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practices during the hardware and software setup procedures:
■ꢀ Do not unplug the computer from external power.
■ꢀ Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation.
Step 1: Insert the battery
To insert a primary battery:
1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the
battery bay toward you.
2. Slide the battery 1into the battery bay until it is seated.
The battery release latches 2automatically lock the
battery into place.
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First-time setup
Step 2: Connect the computer to external power
Power cords and AC outlets vary in appearance by region and
✎ꢀ
country.
To connect the computer to external AC power:
1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1on the
computer.
2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2.
3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3.
When the computer receives AC power, the battery begins to
charge and the battery light (on the front of the computer)
turns on. When the battery is fully charged, the battery light
turns off.
Leave the computer connected to external power until the
battery is fully charged and the battery light turns off.
✎ꢀA partially charged new battery can run the computer after
software setup is complete, but battery charge displays will not be
accurate until the new battery has been fully charged.
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First-time setup
Step 4: Set up the software
After the computer is turned on, it will go through software
setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the software.
Note the following points:
■ꢀꢀ After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete
the entire setup process without interruption. Setup time
varies.
■ꢀꢀ During software setup, the computer may pause
periodically for several minutes. These normal pauses are
indicated by an hourglass icon.
CAUTION: If you are prompted to select an operating system language,
choose carefully. On some models, the languages that you do not choose
are deleted from the system and cannot be restored during software setup.
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To register the operating system and the computer during software
✎ꢀ
setup, the computer must be connected by an RJ-45 (network) cable
to an existing network that has access to the Internet. If you do not
register during software setup, you can do so at any time after
software setup is complete.
Step 5: Create recovery discs (recommended)
You can create a set of recovery discs of your full factory
image using HP Backup & Recovery Manager. You can use
the recovery discs to start up (boot) the computer and restore
the operating system and software programs to factory
settings in case of system failure or instability.
Refer to Appendix A, “Backup and recovery,” for detailed
instructions.
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Quick tour
Top components
Component
Component
Power lights (2)
HP Fingerprint Sensor
1
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Power button
TouchPad scroll zone
Right TouchPad button
Left TouchPad button
Drive light
2
Info button
3
Wireless button
4
Presentation button
5
TouchPad on/off button
Battery light
6
Volume mute button
Wireless light
7
Volume scroll zone
TouchPad
8
Pointing stick
Left pointing stick button
9
Right pointing stick button
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2–2
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Quick tour
Front components
Component
Component
Wireless light
Drive light
1
4
5
Power light
Bluetooth® module
(select models only)
2
Battery light
Display release latch
3
6
Left-side components
Component
Component
Power connector
Vent
1
4
RJ-11 (modem) jack
Optical drive (select models only)
Optical drive light
2
5
6
USB port (powered on select
models)
3
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Quick tour
Right-side components
Computer features vary depending on model. Refer to one of
the following illustrations.
Component
Component
PC Card slot (select models
only)
USB port
1
6
Media Card Reader
1394a port
External monitor port
2
3
4
5
7
8
9
Vent
Audio-out (headphone) jack
Audio-in (microphone) jack
Docking connector
2–4
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Quick tour
Component
Component
Smart card reader (select
models only)
USB port
1
6
Media Card Reader
External monitor port
2
3
4
5
7
8
9
1394a port
Vent
Audio-out (headphone) jack
Audio-in (microphone) jack
Docking connector
Rear components
Component
Component
Security cable slot
RJ-45 (network) jack
1
2
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Quick tour
Bottom components
Component
Component
Speaker
Battery bay
1
6
7
Memory module/WLAN
module compartment
SIM slot (inside the battery bay)
2
Hard drive bay
WWAN module compartment
Business card holder
3
8
9
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Vents (3)
4
Battery release latches (2)
Bluetooth compartment
5
2–6
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Quick tour
Wireless antennae
Two antennae send and receive wireless signals to
communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs) and
wireless wide area networks (WWANs). The antennae are
not visible from the outside of the computer.
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.
For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
✎ꢀantennae free from obstructions.
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Next steps
Protecting the computer
The information in this section explains how your computer
can be protected from damage caused by a virus, a security
breach, a power surge, unsafe operation, or system failure.
Protecting the computer from viruses
When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet
access, you expose it to computer viruses that can disable
the operating system, applications, or utilities or cause them
to function abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and
in most cases, repair any damage they have caused. To
provide ongoing protection against newly discovered
viruses, antivirus software must be kept up to date.
Norton Internet Security is preinstalled on the computer:
■ꢀꢀ Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days
of free updates. It is strongly recommended that you
protect the computer against new viruses beyond 60
days by purchasing extended update service.
■ꢀꢀ For information about using and updating Norton
Internet Security and for purchasing extended update
service, select Start > All Programs > Norton Internet
Security > Help and Support.
■ꢀꢀ To access Norton Internet Security, select Start > All
Programs > Norton Internet Security.
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Next steps
Protecting your system files
The HP Backup & Recovery Manager provides several ways
to back up the system and to recover optimal system
functionality. Refer to Appendix A, “Backup and recovery,”
for additional information.
Protecting your privacy
When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet
access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain
information about you or the computer.
To optimize the computer’s privacy protection features,
observe these practices:
■ꢀꢀ Keep the operating system and software updated. Many
software updates contain security enhancements.
■ꢀꢀ Use a firewall. Firewall software monitors incoming
traffic on the computer to block messages that do not
meet specific security criteria. Some firewalls also
monitor outgoing traffic.
Protecting the computer from power surges
To protect the computer from the power surges that may be
caused by an uncertain power supply or an electrical storm,
observe these practices:
■ꢀꢀ Plug the computer power cord into an optional,
high-quality surge protector. Surge protectors are
available from most computer or electronics retailers.
■ꢀꢀ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on
battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the
power cord.
■ꢀꢀ If applicable to your location, provide surge protection
on the modem cable that connects the modem to a
telephone line. Telephone line surge protectors are
available from most computer or electronic retailers in
some regions.
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Using the computer safely
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to
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your equipment, observe these practices:
■ꢀꢀ Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible
at all times.
■ꢀꢀ Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power
cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from
the computer).
■ꢀꢀ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug
the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the
power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin
adapter. The grounding pin is an important safety feature.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety and
Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup and proper posture,
health, and work habits for computer users. The Safety and Comfort Guide
also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This
and Support. To access the guide in Help and Support, select Start > Help
and Support > User Guides.
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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. 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 Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter
or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or
battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased
as an accessory from HP.
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For more safety and regulatory information, and for battery
disposal information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices located in Help and Support. To
access the notices in Help and Support, select Start > Help
and Support > User Guides.
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Next steps
Connecting to a computer network
The computer may have the following networking
capabilities:
■ꢀ Local area network (LAN)
■ꢀ Wireless local area network (WLAN)
■ꢀ Wireless wide area network (WWAN)
■ꢀ Bluetooth®
If you plan to connect the computer to a home office LAN or
WLAN, refer to Help and Support for information on
networking. If you need assistance to connect to a company
LAN or WLAN, contact your network administrator.
The computer display must be open before you can connect to a
✎ꢀwireless network.
For information on activating broadband wireless service,
refer to the mobile network operator information included
with your computer.
If the computer has a Bluetooth device, you can create a
personal area network (PAN) to connect to other
Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as computers, telephones,
printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras. For information
on using a Bluetooth device, refer to Bluetooth online Help.
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Next steps
Installing additional hardware and software
Identifying and installing hardware
To see a list of hardware installed on the computer, follow
these steps:
1. Select Start > Computer > System properties.
2. In the left pane, click Device Manager.
✎ꢀ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 programs,
running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows
Help for more information.
You can also add hardware or modify your device
configurations using Device Manager.
To install additional hardware, such as an optional printer,
follow the instructions provided by the hardware
manufacturer to install the device and any required drivers.
Locating and installing software
The computer includes software that is provided in the
following forms:
■ꢀꢀ Preinstalled on your hard drive. To see a list of the
ready-to-use software preinstalled on the computer,
follow these steps:
a. Select Start > All Programs.
b. Click the program you want to open.
■ꢀꢀ Provided on a CD or DVD. To install a software program
from a disc, follow these steps:
a. Insert the disc into your optical drive.
b. When the installation wizard opens, follow the
on-screen instructions.
c. Restart the computer if prompted to do so.
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Next steps
■ꢀ Preloaded software. This is software provided on the
hard drive but not ready to use. To locate or install
preloaded software or drivers, follow these steps:
a. Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup.
b. Follow the on-screen instructions and select the check
box next to the software program or driver you want to
install.
For details about using software included with the computer, refer
✎ꢀ
to the software manufacturer’s instructions, which may be provided
on disc, as online Help files, or on the manufacturer’s Web site.
Updating the software installed on the computer
Most software, including the operating system, is updated
frequently by the manufacturer or provider. Important updates
to the software included with the computer may have been
released since the computer left the factory.
Some updates may affect the way the computer responds to
optional software or external devices. Many updates provide
security enhancements.
Update the operating system and other software provided on
the computer as soon as the computer is connected to the
Internet.
»ꢀꢀ To access update links for the operating system and other
software provided on the computer, select Start > Help
and Support.
Finding the user guides
User guides, regulatory and safety notices, and other
information resources about using the computer are available
through Help and Support.
To access the user guides:
»ꢀꢀ Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
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Turning off the computer correctly
Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the
standard shutdown procedure:
1. Save your work and close all open applications.
2. Shut down the computer through the operating system by
clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to the Lock button,
and then clicking Shut Down.
If you are unable to turn off the computer with these
procedures, try the following emergency shutdown
procedures in the sequence provided:
CAUTION: Using one of the following emergency shutdown procedures
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will result in the loss of unsaved information.
■ꢀꢀ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, in the lower-right corner of the
screen, 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.
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4
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting resources
If you experience computer problems, perform these
troubleshooting steps in the order provided until the problem
is resolved:
■ꢀꢀ Refer to “Quick troubleshooting,” the next section in this
chapter.
■ꢀꢀ Access additional information about the computer and
Web site links through Help and Support. Select Start >
Help and Support.
Although many checkup and repair tools require an
✎ꢀ
Internet connection, other tools can help you fix a
problem when the computer is offline.
■ꢀ Contact technical support for further assistance.
Quick troubleshooting
The computer is unable to start up
To turn on the computer, press the power button. When the
computer is turned on, the power light turns on.
If the computer and the power light are not turned on when
you press the power button, adequate power may not be
available to the computer.
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Troubleshooting
The following suggestions may help you determine why the
computer will not start up:
■ꢀꢀ If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, be sure that
the AC outlet is providing adequate power by plugging
another electrical device into the outlet.
■ꢀꢀ If the power light on the front of the computer is blinking
rapidly, replace the AC adapter with one having a higher
power rating, and then plug the adapter into an AC
outlet.
Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer
or one approved for this computer.
✎ꢀ
■ꢀꢀ If the computer is running on battery power or is plugged
into an external power source other than an AC outlet,
plug the computer into an AC outlet using the AC
adapter. Be sure the power cord and AC adapter
connections are secure.
■ꢀꢀ If the computer is running on battery power, try the
following procedures in the sequence provided:
❏ꢀꢀ If the battery light on the front of the computer is
blinking, the battery has reached a low battery level,
which may not allow the computer to start up. Plug the
computer into an AC outlet using the AC adapter, start
the computer, and allow the battery to charge.
❏ꢀꢀ Remove the primary battery and optional accessory
battery (if applicable) and plug the computer into an
AC outlet using the AC adapter. If you can turn the
computer on, one of the batteries may need to be
replaced.
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Troubleshooting
The computer screen is blank
If the computer is on but the screen is blank: the computer
may be in the Sleep state or in Hibernation; the computer
may not be set to display the image on the computer screen;
or the display switch may not be functioning properly.
Try the following suggestions to resolve the issue:
■ꢀꢀ To exit Sleep or Hibernation, briefly press the power
button.
Sleep and Hibernation are energy-saving features that
can turn off the display. Sleep and Hibernation can be
initiated by the system while the computer is on but not in
use, or when the computer has reached a low battery
level. To change these and other power settings, select
Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power
Options.
■ꢀꢀ To transfer the image to the computer screen, press fn+f4.
On most models, when an optional external display
device, such as a monitor, is connected to the computer,
the image can be displayed on the computer screen or
the external display, or on both devices simultaneously.
When you press fn+f4 repeatedly, the image alternates
among the computer display, one or more external
display devices, and simultaneous display on all devices.
■ꢀꢀ Press the display switch on the computer to be sure that it
moves freely.
The display switch is normally located on the upper-left
corner of the keyboard.
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Troubleshooting
Software is functioning abnormally
Follow these suggestions if the software becomes
unresponsive or responds abnormally:
If you cannot restart the computer using this procedure,
refer to the next section, “The computer is turned on but
not responding.”
Run a virus scan. For information about using the antivirus
resources on the computer, refer to “Protecting the
computer from viruses” in Chapter 3, “Next steps.”
■ꢀꢀ The computer is turned on but not responding
If the computer is turned on, but not responding to software
or keyboard commands, turn off the computer by using the
standard shutdown procedure:
1. Save your work and close all open applications.
2. Shut down the computer through the operating system by
clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to the Lock button,
and then clicking Shut Down.
If you are unable to shut down the computer with this
procedure, try the following emergency shutdown procedures
in the sequence provided:
CAUTION: Using one of the following emergency shutdown procedures will
result in the loss of unsaved information.
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■ꢀꢀ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, in the lower-right corner of the
screen, 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.
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Troubleshooting
The computer is unusually warm
It is normal for the computer to feel warm to the touch while it
is in use. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it may be
overheating because a vent is blocked.
If you suspect that the computer is overheating, allow the
computer to cool to room temperature. Then be sure to keep
all vents free from obstructions while you are using the
computer.
CAUTION: To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Use the computer
only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an
adjoining printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing,
to block airflow.
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The fan in the computer starts up automatically to cool internal
✎ꢀ
components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal
fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.
An external device is not working
Follow these suggestions if an external device does not
function as expected:
■ꢀꢀ Turn on the device as instructed in the device user guide.
Some devices may not be powered by the computer, and
must be turned on before the computer is turned on.
■ꢀꢀ Be sure that all device connections are secure.
■ꢀꢀ Be sure that the device is receiving electrical power.
■ꢀꢀ Be sure that the device, especially if it is an older one, is
compatible with your operating system. For compatibility
information, refer to the device manufacturer’s Web site.
■ꢀꢀ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated.
Drivers may be available on a disc included with the
device or on the device manufacturer’s Web site. For
more information about updating drivers, select Start >
Help and Support.
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Troubleshooting
The WLAN connection is not working
If a WLAN connection is not working as expected, follow
these suggestions:
■ꢀꢀ Be sure that the wireless light on the computer is on. If the
light is off, press the wireless button to turn it on.
■ꢀꢀ Be sure that the computer wireless antennae are free from
obstructions.
■ꢀꢀ Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power cord
are properly connected, and the lights are on.
■ꢀꢀ If applicable, be sure that the wireless router (access
point) is turned on and properly connected to the DSL or
cable modem.
■ꢀꢀ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the
power off and then back on.
For more information on wireless technology, refer to the
✎ꢀ
information and the Web site links in Help and Support.
For information on activating broadband wireless service, refer to
✎ꢀ
the mobile network operator information included with your
computer.
Help and Support
If the preceding questions and solutions did not address your
problem, access Help and Support by selecting Start > Help
and Support. Help and Support provides the following
assistance:
■ꢀꢀ Information about the computer, such as model and serial
number, installed software, hardware components, and
specifications
■ꢀꢀ Answers to questions about using the computer
■ꢀꢀ Product information to help you learn to use the computer
and operating system features
■ꢀꢀ Updates for the operating system, device drivers, and
software provided on the computer
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Troubleshooting
■ꢀꢀ Checkups for computer functionality
■ꢀꢀ Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair
solutions, and system recovery procedures
■ꢀꢀ Links to community forums of IT experts
Contacting technical support
If the computer is connected to the Internet, select Start >
Help and Support > Contact support to get online help or to
access the technical support telephone numbers.
For the fastest possible resolution of your problem, have the
computer and the following information available when
you call or e-mail:
■ꢀꢀ Product name located on the display or keyboard.
■ꢀꢀ Serial number (s/n) listed on the service tag.
❏ꢀꢀ The service tag label is on the bottom of the computer.
❏ꢀꢀ To display the service tag information on the computer
screen, select Start > Help and Support > System
Information.
■ꢀꢀ Date the computer was purchased.
■ꢀꢀ Conditions under which the problem occurred.
■ꢀꢀ Error messages that have been displayed.
■ꢀꢀ The manufacturer and model of the printer or other
accessories connected to the computer.
■ꢀꢀ Operating system version number and registration
number.ꢀꢀ
To display the operating system version number and ꢀ
registration number, select Start > Help and Support > ꢀ
System Information. (On some models, the registration ꢀ
number may be identified in the Operating System table ꢀ
as the Product Id).ꢀꢀ
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Backup and recovery
Creating recovery discs
After setting up the computer for the first time, be sure to
create a set of recovery discs of the full factory image. The
recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and
recover the operating system and software to factory settings
in case of system instability or failure.
Note the following guidelines before creating recovery discs:
■ꢀꢀ You will need high-quality CD-R, DVD-R, or DVD+R discs
(purchased separately).
Read-write discs, such as CD-RW and DVD+/-RW
✎ꢀ
discs, are not compatible with HP Backup & Recovery
Manager.
■ꢀꢀ The computer must be connected to AC power during the
process.
■ꢀꢀ Only one set of recovery discs can be created per
computer.
■ꢀꢀ Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive
of the computer.
■ꢀꢀ If necessary, you can cancel the disc creation before you
have finished creating the recovery discs. The next time
you select Create a set of recovery discs (Recommended),
you will be prompted to continue the disc creation.
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Backup and recovery
To create a set of recovery discs,
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery >
Backup & Recovery Manager.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Create a set of recovery discs (Recommended), and
then click Next.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Backing up your information
✎ꢀYou can only recover files that you have previously backed up. HP
recommends that you use HP Backup & Recovery Manager to
create an entire drive backup as soon as you set up your computer.
With HP Backup & Recovery Manager, you can perform the
following tasks:
■ꢀꢀ Backing up your information regularly to protect your
important system files
■ꢀꢀ Creating system recovery points that allow you to reverse
undesirable changes to your computer by restoring the
computer to an earlier state
■ꢀꢀ Scheduling backups at specific intervals or events
When to back up
■ꢀꢀ On a regularly scheduled basis
Set reminders to back up your information
periodically.
✎ꢀ
■ꢀꢀ Before the computer is repaired or restored
■ꢀꢀ Before you add or modify hardware or software
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Back up suggestions
■ꢀꢀ Create a set of recovery discs using HP Backup &
Recovery Manager.
■ꢀꢀ Create system recovery points using HP Backup &
Recovery Manager, and periodically copy them to disc.
■ꢀꢀ Store personal files in the Documents folder and back up
these folders periodically.
■ꢀꢀ Back up templates stored in their associated programs.
■ꢀꢀ Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu
bar by taking a screen shot of your settings.ꢀꢀ
The screen shot can be a time saver if you have to reset ꢀ
your preferences.ꢀꢀ
To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing
document:
1. Display the screen.
2. Copy the screen.
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.
✎ꢀBefore you can perform backup and recovery procedures, the
computer must be connected to external power.
Drivers, utilities, and applications installed by HP can be copied to
✎ꢀ
a CD or to a DVD using HP Backup & Recovery Manager.
Backing up specific files or folders
You can back up specific files or folders to the recovery
partition on the hard drive, to an optional external hard
drive, or to optical discs (CDs or DVDs).
This process will take several minutes, depending on the file size
✎ꢀand the speed of the computer.
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Backup and recovery
To back up specific files or folders:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery >
Backup & Recovery Manager.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Create or manage backups, and then click Next.
4. Click Back up user created files and folders and then
click Next.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Backing up the entire hard drive
When you perform a complete backup of the hard drive, you
are saving the full factory image, including the Windows
operating system, software applications, and all personal
files and folders.
✎ꢀA copy of the entire hard drive image can be stored on another
hard drive, on a network drive, or on recovery discs that you create.
This process may take over an hour, depending on your computer
✎ꢀ
speed and the amount of data being stored.
To back up your entire hard drive:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery >
Backup & Recovery Manager.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Create or manage backups, and then click Next.
4. Click Create or manage Entire Drive Backups, and then
click Next.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Backup and recovery
Creating recovery points
When you back up modifications since your last backup, you
are creating system recovery points. This allows you to save a
snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You
can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse
subsequent changes made to your system.
The first system recovery point, a snapshot of the entire image, is
✎ꢀautomatically created the first time you perform a backup.
Subsequent recovery points make a copy of changes made after
that time.
HP recommends that you create recovery points at the
following times:
■ꢀꢀ Before you add or extensively modify software or
hardware
■ꢀꢀ Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally
✎ꢀRecovering to an earlier recovery point does not affect data files or
e-mails created since that recovery point.
To create a system recovery point:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery >
Backup & Recovery Manager.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Create or manage backups, and then click Next.
4. Click Create or manage Recovery Points, and then
click Next.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Scheduling backups
Use HP Backup Scheduler to schedule backups for the entire
system, for recovery points, or for specific files and folders.
With this tool, you can schedule backups at specific intervals
(daily, weekly, or monthly) or at specific events, such as at
system restart or when you dock to an optional docking
station (select models only).
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Backup and recovery
To schedule backups:
1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP
Backup Scheduler.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Performing a recovery
✎ꢀYou can only recover files that you have previously backed up. HP
recommends that you use HP Backup & Recovery Manager to
create an entire drive backup as soon as you set up your computer.
HP Backup & Recovery Manager helps you with the following
tasks for safeguarding your information and restoring it in
case of a system failure:
■ꢀꢀ Recovering important files—This feature helps you
reinstall important files without performing a full system
recovery.
■ꢀꢀ Performing a full system recovery—With HP Backup &
Recovery Manager, you can recover your full factory
image if you experience system failure or instability. HP
Backup & Recovery Manager works from a dedicated
recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery
discs you create.
Performing a recovery from the recovery discs
To perform a recovery from the recovery discs, follow these
steps:
1. Back up all personal files.
2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and
restart the computer.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Backup and recovery
Performing a recovery from the hard drive
There are 2 ways to initiate a recovery from the hard drive:
■ꢀ From within Windows
■ꢀ From the recovery partition
Initiating a recovery in Windows
To initiate a recovery in Windows, follow these steps:
1. Back up all personal files.
2. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP
Backup and Recovery Manager.
3. Click Next.
4. Click Perform a recovery, and then click Next.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Initiating a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition
To initiate a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition,
follow these steps:
1. Back up all personal files.
2. Restart the computer, and then press f11 before the
Windows operating system loads.
3. Click a recovery option, and then click Next.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Specifications
Operating environment
The operating environment information in the following table
may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in
extreme environments.
Factor
Metric
U.S.
Temperature
Operating (not writing to optical disc) 0°C to 35°C
32°F to 95°F
41°F to 95°F
-4°F to 140°F
Operating (writing to optical disc)
Nonoperating
5°C to 35°C
-20°C to 60°C
Relative humidity (noncondensing)
Operating
10% to 90%
5% to 95%
10% to 90%
5% to 95%
Nonoperating
Maximum altitude (unpressurized)
Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*)
Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*)
-15 m to 3,048 m
-15 m to 12,192 m
-50 ft to 10,000 ft
-50 ft to 40,000 ft
*Pounds per square inch absolute (psia) is a unit of measurement for altitude.
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Specifications
Rated input power
The power information in this section may be helpful if you
plan to travel internationally with the computer.
The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied
by an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can
be powered from 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 is capable of accepting DC power within the
following specifications.
Input power
Rating
Operating voltage
Operating current
18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W
3.5 A
This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with
phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms.
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Index
1394a port 2–4, 2–5
A
AC adapter
TouchPad on/off 2–2
volume mute 2–2
connecting 1–3
identifying 1–1
altitude specifications B–1
ambient light sensor 2–7
antennae, wireless 2–8
antivirus software 4–4
audio-in (microphone) jack 2–4,
2–5
audio-out (headphone) jack
2–4, 2–5
B
memory module 2–6
WLAN module 2–6
WWAN module 2–6
battery
charging 1–3
identifying 1–1
inserting 1–2
battery bay, identifying 2–6
battery light
behavior 1–3
identifying 2–2, 2–3
battery release latches,
identifying 1–2, 2–6
bays
connectors
battery 2–6
docking 2–4, 2–5
power 2–3
hard drive 2–6
Bluetooth 3–4
Bluetooth compartment,
identifying 2–6
Bluetooth module 2–3
country-specific modem adapter
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Index
D
devices, external,
troubleshooting 4–5
L
display release latch, identifying
2–3, 2–7
labels, service tag 4–7
latches
docking connector 2–4, 2–5
drive light, identifying 2–2, 2–3
drive, optical 2–3
lights
battery 1–3, 2–2, 2–3
E
environmental specifications
B–1
optical drive 2–3
external devices,
troubleshooting 4–5
external monitor port 2–4
M
F
2–4, 2–5
firewalls 3–2
H
identifying 2–6
hard drive bay, identifying 2–6
Help and Support 4–6
Hibernation 4–3
modem
monitor, external 4–3, 4–5
HP Fingerprint Sensor 2–2
humidity specifications B–1
I
IEC 60950 compliance 3–3
image, switching among display
devices 4–3
N
3–4
info button, identifying 2–2
inserting the battery 1–2
internal display switch 2–7
internal microphone 2–7
O
operating environment
specifications B–1
operating system, version
number 4–7
J
jacks
audio-in 2–4, 2–5
audio-out 2–4, 2–5
optical drive 2–3
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optical drive light 2–3
overheating, computer 3–3,
4–5
P
PC Card slot 2–4
pointing stick 2–2
pointing stick buttons 2–2
ports
S
1394a 2–4, 2–5
external monitor 2–4, 2–5
USB 2–3, 2–4, 2–5
power
serial number, computer 4–7
2–5
running the computer on
battery 1–3, 1–4
turning on computer 1–4,
4–1
power button, identifying 2–2
power connector
identifying 2–3ꢀꢀ
using 1–3ꢀꢀ
software
power cord
connecting 1–3
identifying 1–1
power light 1–4, 4–1
power lights, identifying 2–2,
2–3
specifications
operating environment B–1
power surge 3–2
2–2
printer 4–5
Product Id 4–7
internal display 2–7
T
temperature
R
rated input power specifications
safety considerations 3–3
specifications B–1
troubleshooting 4–5
TouchPad buttons, identifying
2–2
B–2
registration number, operating
system 4–7
regulatory information notices
3–3
TouchPad on/off button 2–2
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Index
TouchPad scroll zone,
identifying 2–2
TouchPad, identifying 2–2
traveling with computer B–2
troubleshooting
wireless antennae 2–8
display problems 4–3
external device problems
4–5
problems 4–3
overheating problems 4–5
resources 4–1
software problems 4–4
virus problems 4–4
4–6
WLAN module compartment
WWAN module compartment
turning off computer 3–7
turning on computer 1–4, 4–1
U
updates, software 3–6
2–5
user guides 3–6
V
vents
2–6
precautions 4–5
viruses
antivirus software 3–1
computer 4–4
volume mute button, identifying
2–2
volume scroll zone, identifying
2–2
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