HP 4415s - ProBook - Turion II M520 User manual

Notebook Tour
User Guide

© Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
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The information contained herein is subject
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Nothing herein should be construed as
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not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: April 2009
Document Part Number: 516606-001
Product notice
This user guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features
may not be available on your computer.

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. 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).
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Table of contents
1 Identifying hardware
2 Components
Display .................................................................................................................................................. 2
Top components ................................................................................................................................... 3
Pointing devices ................................................................................................................... 3
Lights ................................................................................................................................... 3
Buttons, switches, and speakers ......................................................................................... 5
Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Front components ................................................................................................................................ 8
Right-side components ....................................................................................................................... 10
Left-side components ......................................................................................................................... 11
Bottom components ........................................................................................................................... 12
Wireless antennas .............................................................................................................................. 13
Additional hardware components ....................................................................................................... 14
3 Labels
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 17
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1 Identifying hardware
To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps:
1. Select Start >Computer >System properties.
2. In the left pane, click Device Manager.
You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager.
NOTE: 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 software, running
utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information.
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2 Components
Display
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Component Description
(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on.
(2) Internal microphone Records sound.
(3) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.
(4) Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs.
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Top components
Pointing devices
Component Description
(1) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down.
(4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start >Control Panel >Hardware
and Sound >Mouse.
Lights
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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Component Description
(1) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
(2) Info Center/QuickLook light ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking (5 times):
◦When the computer is on, press button to launch Info
Center.
◦When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press button
to launch QuickLook.
●Off: The computer is off or in the Sleep or Hibernation state.
(3) Power light ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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Buttons, switches, and speakers
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Component Description
(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(2) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on.
(3) Info Center/Quick Look button Launches Info Center or QuickLook.
(4) Power button ●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the
computer.
●When the computer is on, press the button to shut down the
computer.
●When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button
briefly to 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 and how to change them,
select Start >Control Panel >System and Maintenance >
Power Options.
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Keys
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the
fn key.
(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function 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) Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad when
pressed in combination with the fn and num lk keys.
(6) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
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Component Description
(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the
fn key.
(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function 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) Integrated numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
(6) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
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Front components
Component Description
(1) Drive light ●Blinking turquoise: The hard drive or optical drive is being
accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard
drive.
(2) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
NOTE: You must set up or access a wireless network to establish
a wireless connection.
(3) Wireless light ●Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local
area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(4) Media Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats:
●Memory Stick (MS)
●Memory Stick Pro (MSP)
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
●MultiMediaCard 4.2 (MMC Plus, including MMC Plus HC)
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Speed (SDHS) Memory Card
●xD-Picture Card (XD)
●xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H
●xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M
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Component Description
(5) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
(6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(2) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) Connects a modem cable.
(3) Optical drive (select models only) Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical
discs.
(4) Optical drive light (select models only) Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
(5) Battery light ●Amber: A battery is charging.
●Turquoise: 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 turns 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.
(6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
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Left-side components
Component Description
(1) ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCards.
(2) 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 computer from being mishandled or stolen.
(3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(4) Vent 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.
(5) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(6) HDMI port Connect an optional HDMI device.
(7) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
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Bottom components
Component Description
(1) Battery release latches (2) Release the battery from the battery bay.
(2) Battery bay Holds the battery.
(3) Vent 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.
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Wireless antennas
Component Description
(1) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWAN).
(2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLAN).
*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 notices are located in Help and Support.
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Additional hardware components
Component Description
(1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
(2) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into
external power.
(3) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by country or region.
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