HP 1035nr - Mini - Atom 1.6 GHz User manual

MINI User Guide

© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
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Microsoft Corporation.
The information contained herein is subject
to change without notice. The only
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not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: December 2008
Document Part Number: 496745-002
Product notice
This user guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features
may not be available on your device.
To obtain the latest information in the MINI
User Guide, go to the HP Web site at
http://www.hp.com/support.

Safety warning notice
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place
the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device 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 device 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).
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Table of contents
1 Knowing the parts
Identifying the hardware ....................................................................................................................... 1
Top components .................................................................................................................. 1
TouchPad ............................................................................................................ 1
Light .................................................................................................................... 2
Keys .................................................................................................................... 3
Front components ................................................................................................................ 3
Right-side components ........................................................................................................ 5
Left-side components .......................................................................................................... 5
Display components ............................................................................................................ 6
Bottom components ............................................................................................................. 7
Wireless antennae ............................................................................................................... 8
Additional hardware components ........................................................................................ 9
Identifying the labels ............................................................................................................................. 9
2 Power management
Setting power options ......................................................................................................................... 11
Using power-saving states ................................................................................................. 11
Initiating and exiting Standby ............................................................................ 11
Initiating and exiting Hibernation ....................................................................... 12
Using power schemes ....................................................................................................... 12
Viewing the current scheme .............................................................................. 12
Selecting a different power scheme .................................................................. 13
Customizing power schemes ............................................................................ 13
Setting password protection upon exiting Standby ............................................................ 13
Using external AC power .................................................................................................................... 13
Connecting the AC adapter ............................................................................................... 14
Using battery power ........................................................................................................................... 14
Displaying the remaining battery charge ........................................................................... 15
Inserting or removing the battery ....................................................................................... 15
Charging a battery ............................................................................................................. 16
Maximizing battery discharge time .................................................................................... 17
Managing low battery levels .............................................................................................. 17
Identifying low battery levels ............................................................................. 17
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Resolving a low battery level ............................................................................. 19
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 19
Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is
available ........................................................................................... 19
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is
available ........................................................................................... 19
Resolving a low battery level when the device cannot exit
Hibernation ....................................................................................... 19
Calibrating a battery ........................................................................................................... 19
Step 1: Fully charge the battery ........................................................................ 19
Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Standby ......................................................... 20
Step 3: Discharge the battery ............................................................................ 20
Step 4: Fully recharge the battery ..................................................................... 21
Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Standby ...................................................... 21
Conserving battery power .................................................................................................. 21
Storing a battery ................................................................................................................ 21
Disposing of a used battery ............................................................................................... 21
Shutting down the device ................................................................................................................... 22
3 Internet
Connecting to a wired network ........................................................................................................... 24
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 25
Using wireless devices ...................................................................................................... 25
Identifying wireless and network status icons ................................................... 25
Using the wireless controls ............................................................................... 26
Using the wireless switch .................................................................................. 26
Using HP Connection Manager software .......................................................... 26
Using HP Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ............................. 26
Using a WLAN ................................................................................................................... 27
Setting up a WLAN ............................................................................................ 27
Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 28
Connecting to a WLAN ...................................................................................... 29
Roaming to another network ............................................................................. 29
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) ............................................................ 29
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) ...................................................................... 31
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) ............................................................. 31
4 Multimedia
Multimedia features ............................................................................................................................ 32
Identifying your multimedia components ........................................................................... 32
Adjusting the volume ......................................................................................................... 34
Multimedia software ........................................................................................................................... 35
Using other preinstalled multimedia software .................................................................... 35
Installing multimedia software from the Internet ................................................................ 35
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Audio .................................................................................................................................................. 36
Connecting external audio devices .................................................................................... 36
Checking your audio functions ........................................................................................... 36
Video .................................................................................................................................................. 37
Connecting an external monitor or projector ...................................................................... 37
Webcam ............................................................................................................................................. 38
5 Security
Protecting the device .......................................................................................................................... 39
Using passwords ................................................................................................................................ 39
Setting passwords in Windows .......................................................................................... 40
Setting passwords in Setup Utility ..................................................................................... 40
Administrator password ..................................................................................... 41
Managing an administrator password ............................................... 41
Entering an administrator password ................................................. 41
Power-on password .......................................................................................... 41
Managing a power-on password ...................................................... 42
Entering a power-on password ......................................................... 42
Using antivirus software ..................................................................................................................... 43
Using firewall software ....................................................................................................................... 44
Installing critical updates .................................................................................................................... 45
6 Digital cards
Inserting a digital card ........................................................................................................................ 46
Stopping and removing a digital card ................................................................................................. 47
7 USB devices
Using a USB device ........................................................................................................................... 48
Connecting a USB device .................................................................................................. 48
Stopping and removing a USB device ............................................................................... 49
Using the HP Mobile Drive (select models only) ................................................................................ 50
Inserting the HP Mini Mobile Drive .................................................................................... 50
Stopping and removing the HP Mini Mobile Drive ............................................................. 50
8 Pointing devices and keyboard
Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................................... 52
Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 52
Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 52
Connecting an external mouse .......................................................................................... 52
Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ 52
Using hotkeys .................................................................................................................... 52
Initiating Standby (fn+f1) ................................................................................... 53
Switching the screen image (fn+f2) ................................................................... 54
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Decreasing screen brightness (fn+f3) ............................................................... 54
Increasing screen brightness (fn+f4) ................................................................. 54
Initiating QuickLock (fn+f6) ................................................................................ 54
Muting speaker sound (fn+f8) ........................................................................... 55
Decreasing speaker sound (fn+f10) .................................................................. 55
Increasing speaker sound (fn+f11) .................................................................... 55
9 Drives
Identifying installed drives .................................................................................................................. 56
Handling drives ................................................................................................................................... 56
Using external drives .......................................................................................................................... 57
Using optional external devices ......................................................................................... 57
10 Memory modules
11 Backup and recovery
Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 62
When to back up ................................................................................................................ 62
Backup suggestions ........................................................................................................... 62
Backing up using the Windows Backup utility .................................................................... 62
Performing a recovery ........................................................................................................................ 63
Recovering your information .............................................................................................. 63
Recovering the operating system and programs ............................................................... 63
12 Updating software
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................................. 66
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................... 66
Downloading a BIOS update ............................................................................................. 66
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 68
13 Setup Utility
Starting the Setup Utility ..................................................................................................................... 69
Using the Setup Utility ........................................................................................................................ 69
Changing the language of the Setup Utility ....................................................................... 69
Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility ...................................................................... 69
Displaying system information ........................................................................................... 70
Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility .................................................................... 70
Exiting the Setup Utility ...................................................................................................... 70
Setup Utility menus ............................................................................................................................ 71
Main menu ......................................................................................................................... 71
Security menu .................................................................................................................... 71
System Configuration menu .............................................................................................. 71
Diagnostics menu .............................................................................................................. 72
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Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 73
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1 Knowing the parts
Identifying the hardware
Components included with the device may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter
identify the standard features on most device models.
To see a list of hardware installed in the device, follow these steps:
1. Select Start >My Computer.
2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information.
3. Select Hardware tab >Device Manager.
You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager.
Top components
TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.
(2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
screen.
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(4) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down.
(5) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(6) TouchPad on/off light ●White: TouchPad is on.
●Amber: TouchPad is off.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start >Control Panel >Printers
and Other Hardware >Mouse.
Light
Component Description
Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
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Keys
Component Description
(1) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when
pressed in combination with a function key.
(3) Windows® logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the
pointer.
Front components
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Component Description
(1) Power light ●On: The device is on.
●Blinking: The device is in Standby.
●Off: The device is off.
(2) Power switch ●When the device is off, slide the switch to turn
on the device.
●When the device is on, briefly slide the switch to
initiate Hibernation.
●When the device is in Standby, briefly slide the
switch to exit Standby.
●When the device is in Hibernation, briefly slide
the switch to exit Hibernation.
If the device has stopped responding and Windows
shutdown procedures are ineffective, slide and hold
the power switch for at least 5 seconds to turn off the
device.
To learn more about your power settings, select
Start >Control Panel >Performance and
Maintenance >Power Options.
(3) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or flash drive is being
accessed.
(4) Battery light ●On: A battery is charging.
●Blinking: 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 device is plugged into an external
power source, the light turns off when all
batteries in the device are fully charged. If the
device is not plugged into an external power
source, the light stays off until the battery
reaches a low battery level.
(5) Wireless light ●Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a
wireless local area network (WLAN) device, is
on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(6) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not
establish a wireless connection.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order
to establish a wireless connection.
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The device 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.
(2) SD Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats:
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
(3) USB port Connects an optional USB device.
(4) HP Mobile Drive (select models only) Connects an optional HP Mini Mobile Drive.
(5) Security cable connector Attaches an optional security cable to the device.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the device from being
mishandled or stolen.
Left-side components
Component Description
(1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2) USB port Connects an optional USB device.
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Component Description
(3) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The device 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.
(4) Expansion port Connects an optional VGA cable, which allows you to
connect an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone)
jack
Produces sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or
television audio. Also connects an optional headset
microphone.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,
adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety
information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
device speakers are disabled.
(6) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
Display components
Component Description
(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the
power is on.
(2) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(3) Internal microphone Records and captures sound.
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Component Description
(4) Webcam Captures still photographs and videos.
NOTE: To capture videos, you will need to install
additional webcam software.
(5) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
Bottom components
Component Description
(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.
(2) Battery release latches (2) Release the battery from the battery bay.
(3) Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slot.
(4) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The device 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.
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Wireless antennae
Component Description
(1) WLAN antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(2) WWAN antennae (2) (select models only)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWANs).
*The antennae are not visible from the outside of the device. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
antennae 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. To access these notices, click Start >Help and
Support >User Guides.
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Additional hardware components
Component Description
(1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
(2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.
(3) Battery* Powers the device when the device is not plugged into external
power.
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Identifying the labels
The labels affixed to the device provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the device.
●Service tag—Provides important information including the following:
◦Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your device.
◦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 information about the
product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine
what components and parts are needed.
◦Model description (4). This is the number you use to locate documents, drivers, and support
for your device.
◦Warranty period (5). This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for
this device.
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Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed
to the bottom of the device.
●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 device.
●Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the device. The regulatory label is affixed
to the bottom of the device.
●Wireless certification label(s)—Provide information about optional wireless devices and the
approval markings of some of the countries or regions 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 device model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more
certification labels are included with your device. You may need this information when traveling
internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed to the bottom of the device.
●HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label (select models only)—Provides the serial
number of your HP Mobile Broadband Module. This label is located on the bottom of your device.
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