HP 540 - Notebook PC User manual

Notebook Tour
User Guide

© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
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constituting an additional warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: August 2008
Document Part Number: 488351-001
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
Top components ................................................................................................................................... 2
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 2
Lights ................................................................................................................................... 3
Buttons, switches, and speaker ........................................................................................... 4
Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Front components ................................................................................................................................ 6
Right-side components ......................................................................................................................... 7
Left-side components ........................................................................................................................... 8
Bottom components ............................................................................................................................. 9
Wireless antennae (select models only) ............................................................................................. 10
Additional hardware components ....................................................................................................... 11
3 Labels
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 14
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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
Top components
TouchPad
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) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(4) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Mouse.
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Lights
Component Description
(1) 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.
(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
(3) Wireless light ●Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local
area network (WLAN) device, the HP Broadband Wireless
Module, and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(4) Power light ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Top components 3

Buttons, switches, and speaker
Component Description
(1) Wireless button 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.
(2) Power button ●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the
computer.
●When the computer is on, press the button to initiate
Hibernation.
●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, select Start > Control
Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options.
(3) Speaker Produces sound.
(4) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on.
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Keys
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.
(6) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
Top components 5

Front components
Component Description
(1) Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear
buds, a headset, or television audio.
(2) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
(3) SD Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats:
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1) Optical drive Reads an optical disc.
(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.
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Left-side components
Component Description
(1) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.
(2) 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.
(3) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(4) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(5) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(6) USB ports (3) Connect an optional USB device.
(7) ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCards.
(8) 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.
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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) Vents (6) Enable 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.
(4) Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slots.
(5) WLAN module compartment (select models
only)
Contains a WLAN module slot.
NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless
module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the
computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless
devices in your country or region. If you replace the module and
then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore
computer functionality, and then contact technical support through
Help and Support.
(6) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.
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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.
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) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.
(3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into
external power.
(4) Modem cable (select models only)* Connects the internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack.
*Modem cables, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by region or country.
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3 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 including the following: the product brand and series
name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of your computer.
◦Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your computer.
◦Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric number 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 need to locate documents, drivers, and support
for your computer.
◦Warranty period (5). This number describes the duration of the warranty period for this
computer.
Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed
to the bottom of the computer.
●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 inside the battery bay.
●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 inside the memory module compartment.
●Wireless certification label(s) (select models only)—Provide information about optional wireless
devices and the approval markings of 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, an HP
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Broadband Wireless Module, 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 inside the W\WAN module compartment, inside the hard drive bay, and/or inside the battery
bay.
●HP Broadband Wireless Module serial number label (select models only)—Provides the serial
number of your HP Broadband Wireless Module. This label is located inside the battery bay.
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Index
A
AC adapter, identifying 11
antennae 10
applications key, Windows 5
audio-in (microphone) jack,
identifying 6
audio-out (headphone) jack,
identifying 6
B
battery bay 9, 12
battery light 3
battery light, identifying 8
battery release latches,
identifying 9
battery, identifying 11
bays
battery 9, 12
hard drive 9
Bluetooth label 13
buttons
power 4
TouchPad 2
wireless 4
C
caps lock light, identifying 3
Certificate of Authenticity label 12
compartment
memory module 9
WLAN module 9
components
additional hardware 11
bottom 9
front 6
left-side 8
right-side 7
top 2
connector, power 8
cord, power 11
D
display switch, identifying 4
E
embedded numeric keypad keys,
identifying 5
esc key, identifying 5
ExpressCard slot, identifying 8
external monitor port,
identifying 8
F
fn key, identifying 5
function keys, identifying 5
H
hard drive bay, identifying 9
headphone (audio-out) jack 6
HP Broadband Wireless Module
serial number label 13
I
internal display switch,
identifying 4
J
jacks
audio-in (microphone) 6
audio-out (headphone) 6
RJ-11 (modem) 8
RJ-45 (network 8
K
keys
esc 5
fn 5
function 5
keypad 5
Windows applications 5
Windows logo 5
L
labels
Bluetooth 13
HP Broadband 13
Microsoft Certificate of
Authenticity 12
modem approval 12
regulatory 12
service tag 12
wireless certification 13
WLAN 13
latches, battery release 9
lights
battery 8
caps lock 3
power 3
wireless 3
lights; battery 3
M
memory module compartment,
identifying 9
microphone (audio-in) jack 6
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
label 12
modem approval label 12
monitor port, external 8
O
operating system
Microsoft Certificate of
Authenticity label 12
Product Key 12
optical drive, identifying 7
P
ports
external monitor 8
USB 8
power button, identifying 4
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