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Microsoft Corporation. may not be available on your computer. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
Identifying Hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: Select Start > Computer > System properties. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows®...
Components Top components TouchPad Component Description TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ●...
Lights Component Description ● Power lights* (2) On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● Battery light On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level.
Component Description ● Wireless light Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is turned on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are turned off. Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the integrated numeric keypad is enabled. *The 2 power lights display the same information.
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Component Description 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 >...
Keys Component Description Displays system information about your computer when pressed in combination with the key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the key. Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
Front components Component Description ● Power light On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● Battery light On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level.
Rear components Component Description Vents (2) Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan 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. Chapter 2 Components...
Right-side components Component Description Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs. USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices. TV antenna/cable jack (select models only) Connects a TV antenna, a digital cable device, or a satellite device that receives standard or high-definition TV broadcasts.
Left-side components Component Description External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Expansion port 3 Connects the computer to an optional docking device or an optional expansion product. NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. The term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.
Bottom components Component Description Mini Card compartment Holds the TV tuner card and, for select models only, the Intel Turbo Memory card. Vents (8) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Display components Component Description Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. Internal microphones (2) Record sound. Integrated webcam light On: The integrated webcam is in use. Integrated webcam Records video and captures still photographs.
Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.
Additional hardware components Component Description Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. TV antenna/cable adapter (select models Connects an RF coaxial cable to the TV antenna/cable jack.
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag—Provides important information: ◦ Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦...
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when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the hard drive and WLAN module door. Chapter 3 Labels...