Compaq nx7300 - Notebook PC User manual

Notebook Tour
Document Part Number: 419443-001
January 2007
This guide explains the computer hardware features.

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Contents
1 Components
Top components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
Buttons and switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7
Front components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8
Rear components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8
Right-side components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9
Left-side components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10
Bottom components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12
Wireless antennae. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–14
Additional hardware components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–15
Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–16
2 Specifications
Operating environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Rated input power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Index

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1
Components
This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer.
To see a list of installed hardware on the computer:
1. Select Start > Computer > System properties.
2. In the left task pane, click Device Manager.
You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations
using Device Manager.
✎Components included with the computer vary by region and by
model. The illustrations in this guide identify the standard
external features included on most computer models.

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Components
Top components
Lights
Component Description
1Power lights* (2) On: The computer is on.
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep
state.
Blinking rapidly: An HP Smart AC
adapter with a higher power rating
should be connected.
Off: The computer is off or in
Hibernation.
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2Wireless lights†(2) On: An integrated wireless device,
such as a wireless local area network
(LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®
device is turned on.
3Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
4Num lock light On: Num lock is on.
5Volume mute light On: Computer sound is turned off.
6Battery light Amber: A battery is charging.
Green: 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 is
turned off when all batteries in the
computer are fully charged. If the
computer is not plugged into an
external power source, the light stays
off until the battery reaches a low
battery level.
7Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive
is being accessed.
*The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power
button is visible only when the computer is open. The power light on the
front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.
†The 2 wireless lights display the same information. The light on the
wireless button is visible only when the computer is open. The wireless light
on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or
closed.
Component Description

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Components
TouchPad
Component Description
1TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or
activates items on the screen. Can be
set to perform other mouse functions,
such as scrolling, selecting, and
double-clicking.
2Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an
external mouse.
3Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an
external mouse.
4TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.
*This table describes default settings.To view and change TouchPad
preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound >
Mouse.

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Buttons and switches
Component Description
1Power button* When the computer is off, press the
power button to turn on the computer.
If the computer has stopped
responding and Windows® shutdown
procedures cannot be used, 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 Maintenance >
Power Options.
2Display switch Initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the computer is on.
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3Wireless button* Turns the wireless feature on or off,
but does not create a wireless
connection.
✎A wireless network must be set
up in order to establish a
wireless connection.
4Volume mute button Mutes and restores computer sound.
5Volume down button Decreases speaker volume.
6Volume up button Increases speaker volume.
*This table describes default settings. For information about changing
default settings, refer to the user guides located in Help and Support.
Component Description

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Keys
Component Description
1esc key Displays system information when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
2fn key Executes frequently used system
functions when pressed in combination
with a function key or the esc key.
3Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
4Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items
beneath the pointer.
5Embedded numeric keypad Can be used like the keys on an
external numeric keypad.
6Function keys Execute frequently used system
functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.

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Components
Front components
Rear components
Component Description
1Display release latch Opens the computer.
Component Description
1Power connector Connects an AC adapter or an
optional power adapter.
2External monitor port Connects an external monitor.

Components
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Right-side components
Component Description
1Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces computer sound when
connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a
headset, or television audio.
2Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer
headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or a monaural
microphone.
3USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
4Optical drive
(select models only)
Reads an optical disc.

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Components
Left-side components
Component Description
1Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable
to the computer.
ÄThe security cable is
designed to act as a
deterrent, but may not
prevent the computer from
being mishandled or stolen.
2RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
3RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.
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4Vent Enables airflow to cool internal
components.
ÄTo 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 optional printer, or a
soft surface, such as pillows or
thick rugs or clothing, to block
airflow.
✎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.
51394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394
device, such as a camcorder.
6USB port Connects an optional USB device.
7PC Card slot Supports optional Type I and Type II
32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards.
Component Description

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Components
Bottom components
Component Description
1Primary battery bay Holds the primary battery.
2Primary battery release
latches (2)
Release the primary battery from the
battery bay.
3Business card holder Holds a standard size business card.
4Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.
5Docking connector Connects to an optional docking
device.
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6Expansion memory module
compartment
Contains the expansion memory
module slot.
7Vent Enables airflow to cool internal
components.
ÄTo 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 optional printer, or a
soft surface, such as pillows or
thick rugs or clothing, to block
airflow.
✎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.
8Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory
battery.
Component Description

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Components
Wireless antennae
Two wireless antennae send and receive wireless device signals.
These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer.
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to your country’s section
of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in
Help and Support.
✎For optimal transmission, keep the area immediately around
the antennae free from obstruction.

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Additional hardware components
Component Description
1Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an
AC outlet.
2HP Smart AC Adapter Converts AC power to DC power.
3Primary battery* Powers the computer when the
computer is not plugged into
external power.
4Modem cable* Connects an internal modem to
an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a
country-specific modem adapter.
5Country-specific modem
adapter (included by region
as required)
Adapts the modem cable to a
non-RJ-11 telephone jack.
*Modem cables, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by region
and country.

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Components
Labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may
need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel
internationally with the computer.
✎The appearance and position of labels varies by model.
■Service tag—Provides the product brand and series name,
product number (p/n), and serial number (s/n) of your
computer. Have this information available when you contact
Customer Care. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom
of the computer. The information on the service tag is also
available through Help and Support.
■Microsoft®Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the
Windows Product Key. You may need the Product Key to
update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate
is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
■Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the
computer. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of the
computer.

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■Modem approval label—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)—Provide information about
optional wireless devices and the approval markings for some
of the countries in which the devices have been approved for
use. An optional device may be a wireless local area network
(WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. If your
computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one
or more certification labels are included with your computer.
You may need this information when traveling
internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed to the
bottom of the computer.

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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 or operate 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
Operating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 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 (14.7 to 10.1 psia*) -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft
Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*) -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft
*Pounds per square inch absolute (psia) is another unit of measurement for
altitude.