HP C700 Series User manual

Notebook Tour
User Guide

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First Edition: July 2007
Document Part Number: 445819-001

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
Product notice ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Top components ................................................................................................................................... 2
Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 2
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 3
Buttons, speakers, and volume controls .............................................................................. 4
Lights ................................................................................................................................... 5
Display components ............................................................................................................ 6
Front components ................................................................................................................................ 7
Right-side components ......................................................................................................................... 8
Left-side components ........................................................................................................................... 9
Bottom components ........................................................................................................................... 10
Wireless antennae (select models only) ............................................................................................. 11
Additional hardware components ....................................................................................................... 12
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 applications, running
utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information.
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2 Components
Product notice
This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be
available on your computer.
Top components
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.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad light ●Amber: TouchPad is enabled.
●Blue: TouchPad is disabled.
(2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.
(6) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.
*This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start >Control Panel >
Hardware and Sound >Mouse.
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Buttons, speakers, and volume controls
Component Description
(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(2) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless
connection.
NOTE: To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network
must already be set up.
(3) 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 Sleep.
●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.
(4) Volume mute hotkey Press fn+home to mute and restore speaker sound.
(5) Volume up hotkey Press fn+pg up to increase speaker volume.
(6) Volume down hotkey Press fn+pg dn to decrease speaker volume.
*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help
and Support.
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