HP Compaq Presario User manual

Getting Started
HP Notebook

© Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
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proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard
Company under license. Microsoft and
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Microsoft Corporation.
The information contained herein is subject
to change without notice. The only
warranties for HP products and services are
set forth in the express warranty statements
accompanying such products and services.
Nothing herein should be construed as
constituting an additional warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: August 2010
Document Part Number: 621595-001
Product notice
This guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features
may not be available on your computer.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or
otherwise using any software product
preinstalled on this computer, you agree to
be bound by the terms of the HP End User
License Agreement (EULA). If you do not
accept these license terms, your sole
remedy is to return the entire unused product
(hardware and software) within 14 days for a
refund subject to the refund policy of your
place of purchase.
For any further information or for requesting
a full refund of the computer, please contact
your local point of sale (the seller).

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 come
into contact with 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 Welcome
Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2
2 Getting to know your computer
Top ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 5
Lights ................................................................................................................................... 5
Button and speakers ............................................................................................................ 7
Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Right side ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Left side .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Display ................................................................................................................................................ 11
Wireless antennas .............................................................................................................................. 12
Bottom ................................................................................................................................................ 13
Additional hardware ............................................................................................................................ 14
3 Networking
Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ............................................................................................ 16
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 16
Connecting to an existing WLAN ....................................................................................... 16
Setting up a new WLAN network ....................................................................................... 17
Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 18
Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 18
4 Keyboard and pointing devices
Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ 19
Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 21
Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 21
Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 21
Turning the TouchPad on and off ...................................................................... 21
Navigating ......................................................................................................... 22
Selecting ........................................................................................................... 22
Using TouchPad gestures ................................................................................. 23
Scrolling ............................................................................................ 23
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Pinching/Zooming ............................................................................. 24
Rotating ............................................................................................ 24
5 Maintenance
Inserting or removing the battery ........................................................................................................ 25
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ............................................................................................... 27
Removing the hard drive .................................................................................................... 27
Installing the hard drive ...................................................................................................... 28
Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................ 30
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 33
Routine care ....................................................................................................................................... 33
Cleaning the display .......................................................................................................... 33
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard .............................................................................. 33
6 Backup and recovery
Recovery discs ................................................................................................................................... 34
Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 35
Recovering using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) ........................... 35
Recovering using the recovery discs ................................................................................. 36
Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 36
Using Windows Backup and Restore ................................................................................ 36
Using system restore points .............................................................................................. 37
When to create restore points ........................................................................... 37
Create a system restore point ........................................................................... 37
Restore to a previous date and time ................................................................. 37
7 Customer support
Contacting customer support ............................................................................................................. 38
Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 39
8 Specifications
Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 40
Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 40
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 42
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1Welcome
●Finding information
After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the
Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page 15.
●Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The
software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For
more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on accessing this
guide, refer to Finding information on page 2.
●Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to Getting to know your
computer on page 4and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 19 for additional information.
●Create recovery discs—Recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case
of system instability or failure. For instructions, refer to Backup and recovery on page 34.
●Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select
Start >All Programs. For details about using the software included with the computer, refer to the
software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the
manufacturer's website.
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Finding information
The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.
Resources For information about
Quick Setup poster ●How to set up the computer
●How to identify computer components
HP Notebook Reference Guide
To access this guide, select Start >Help and
Support >User Guides.
●Power management features
●How to maximize battery life
●How to use the multimedia features of the computer
●How to protect the computer
●How to care for the computer
●How to update the software
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, select Start >Help and
Support.
NOTE: For country- or region-specific support, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or
region, and follow the on-screen instructions.
●Operating system information
●Software, driver, and BIOS updates
●Troubleshooting tools
●How to access technical support
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
To access the notices, select Start >Help and
Support >User Guides.
●Regulatory and safety information
●Battery disposal information
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
Select Start >Help and Support >User Guides.
– or –
Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo.
●Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits
●Electrical and mechanical safety information
Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet
This booklet is provided with your computer.
HP support telephone numbers
HP website
To access this website, go to http://www.hp.com/
support.
●Support information
●Ordering parts and finding additional help
●Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates
●Accessories available for the device
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Resources For information about
Limited Warranty*
To access the warranty:
Select Start >Help and Support >HP Warranty.
– or –
Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.
Warranty information
*You may find the HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located in the Start menu on your computer and/or on the
CD/DVD provided in the box. Some countries/regions may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box. In countries/
regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a printed copy at http://www.hp.com/go/
orderdocuments or write to:
●North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA
●Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy
●Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507
Please include your product number, warranty period (found on your serial number label), name, and postal address.
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2 Getting to know your computer
●Top
●Right side
●Left side
●Display
●Wireless antennas
●Bottom
●Additional hardware
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Top
TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad light To turn the TouchPad on and off, quickly double-tap the TouchPad
light.
●Off: TouchPad is on.
●Amber: TouchPad is off.
(2) TouchPad zone* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(3) Left TouchPad button* Press the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions
performed by the left button on an external mouse.
(4) Right TouchPad button* Press the right side of the TouchPad button to execute functions
performed by the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start >Devices and Printers,
right-click the device representing your computer, and then select Mouse settings.
There is an unmarked scroll zone inside the right edge of the TouchPad. To scroll up and down using
the TouchPad vertical scroll zone, slide your finger up or down inside the right edge of the TouchPad.
For more information about TouchPad features, refer to Using the TouchPad on page 21.
Lights
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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Component Description
(1) TouchPad light ●Off: TouchPad is on.
●Amber: TouchPad is off.
(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
(3) Power light ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(4) Wireless light ●White: 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.
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Button and speakers
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Component Description
(1) Speaker grill Two integrated speakers produce sound.
(2) Power button* ●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the
computer.
●When the computer is on, press the button briefly 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 Security >Power Options.
*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, press f1 to open Help and Support.
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Keys
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Component Description
(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the
fn key.
(2) Send e-mail key Opens a new e-mail in your default e-mail client.
(3) Media application key Launches CyberLink PowerDVD.
(4) Web browser key Launches your default web browser.
(5) Print key Sends the currently-active document to the default printer.
(6) Calculator key Launches the calculator application.
(7) fn key Displays system information when pressed in conjunction with the
esc key.
(8) Windows logo key Displays the Windows® Start menu.
(9) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items where the cursor is positioned.
(10) Action keys Execute frequently-used system actions.
Refer to Using the keyboard on page 19 for information about using action keys.
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Right side
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Component Description
(1) Optical drive (select models only) Reads and writes to an optical disc.
(2) Optical drive light (select models only) Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
(3) USB port Connects an optional USB device.
(4) AC adapter light ●Blinking white: The computer is in Sleep mode.
●White: The computer is connected to external power.
●Amber: The computer is charging.
●Off: The computer is not connected to external power.
(5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(6) 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
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Component Description
(1) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(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) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(4) USB ports (2) Connect an optional USB device.
(5) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
(6) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio.
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 headphone jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
(7) Drive light On: The hard drive is in use.
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Display
Component Description
(1) Internal microphone (select models only) Records sound.
(2) Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs.
(3) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.
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Wireless antennas
Your computer model has two antennas that send and receive signals from one or more wireless
devices. These antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas (shown in the
previous illustration) 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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Bottom
Component Description
(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.
(2) Vents (4) 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.
(3) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.
(4) Memory module compartment Contains the two memory module slots.
(5) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.
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Additional hardware
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.
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
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