HP Compaq Presario User manual

Notebook PC User Guide
User Guide

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First Edition: January 2007
Document Part Number: 436947-001

Table of contents
1 Notebook Tour
Components ......................................................................................................................................... 1
Top components .................................................................................................................. 2
Keys .................................................................................................................... 2
TouchPad ............................................................................................................ 3
Buttons and switches .......................................................................................... 4
Lights ................................................................................................................... 5
Display components ............................................................................................ 6
Front components ................................................................................................................ 6
Rear components ................................................................................................................ 7
Right-side components ........................................................................................................ 8
Left-side components .......................................................................................................... 9
Bottom components ........................................................................................................... 10
Wireless antennae (select models only) ............................................................................ 11
Additional hardware components ...................................................................................... 12
Labels ................................................................................................................................ 13
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Operating environment ...................................................................................................... 14
Rated input power .............................................................................................................. 14
2 TouchPad and Keyboard
TouchPad ........................................................................................................................................... 15
Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 16
Using an external mouse ................................................................................................... 16
Setting TouchPad preferences .......................................................................................... 16
Keyboard ............................................................................................................................................ 17
Hotkeys .............................................................................................................................. 17
Hotkey quick reference ..................................................................................... 18
Hotkey procedures ............................................................................................ 18
Displaying and clearing system information (fn+esc) ........................................ 18
Opening Help and Support (fn+f1) .................................................................... 19
Opening the Print Options window (fn+f2) ........................................................ 19
Opening a Web browser (fn+f3) ........................................................................ 19
Switching the screen image (fn+f4) ................................................................... 20
Initiating Hibernation (fn+f5) .............................................................................. 20
Initiating QuickLock (fn+f6) ................................................................................ 21
Decreasing screen brightness (fn+f7) ............................................................... 21
Increasing screen brightness (fn+f8) ................................................................. 21
Playing, pausing or resuming an audio CD or a DVD (fn+f9) ............................ 21
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Stopping an audio CD or a DVD (fn+f10) .......................................................... 21
Playing previous track or section of an audio CD or a DVD (fn+f11) ................ 21
Playing next track or section of an audio CD or a DVD (fn+f12) ....................... 21
Keypads ............................................................................................................................................. 22
Using the embedded numeric keypad ............................................................................... 22
Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad .................................... 22
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad ............................. 23
Using an external numeric keypad .................................................................................... 23
Enabling or disabling num lock mode as you work ........................................... 23
3 Power management
Setting power options ......................................................................................................................... 24
Using power-saving states ................................................................................................. 24
Initiating and exiting Sleep ................................................................................ 24
Initiating and exiting Hibernation ....................................................................... 25
Using the battery meter ..................................................................................................... 25
Using power plans ............................................................................................................. 26
Viewing the current power plan ......................................................................... 26
Selecting a different power plan ........................................................................ 26
Customizing power plans .................................................................................. 26
Setting password protection on wakeup ............................................................................ 26
Using battery power ........................................................................................................................... 27
Using Battery Health in Help and Support ......................................................................... 27
Displaying the remaining battery charge ........................................................................... 27
Inserting or removing the battery ....................................................................................... 28
Charging a battery ............................................................................................................. 29
Managing low battery levels .............................................................................................. 29
Identifying low battery levels ............................................................................. 29
Resolving a low battery level ............................................................................. 30
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 30
Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is
available ........................................................................................... 30
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is
available ........................................................................................... 30
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit
Hibernation ....................................................................................... 30
Calibrating a battery ........................................................................................................... 30
Step 1: Fully charge the battery ........................................................................ 31
Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep ............................................................. 31
Step 3: Discharge the battery ............................................................................ 32
Step 4: Fully recharge the battery ..................................................................... 32
Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep .......................................................... 32
Conserving battery power .................................................................................................. 33
Storing a battery ................................................................................................................ 33
Disposing of a used battery ............................................................................................... 33
Using external AC power .................................................................................................................... 34
Connecting the AC adapter ............................................................................................... 34
Shutting down the computer ............................................................................................................... 35
4 Drives
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Drive care ........................................................................................................................................... 36
IDE drive light ..................................................................................................................................... 37
Hard drive ........................................................................................................................................... 38
Optical drives ...................................................................................................................................... 41
Inserting an optical disc ..................................................................................................... 42
Removing an optical disc (with power) .............................................................................. 43
Removing an optical disc (without power) ......................................................................... 44
Avoiding the Sleep state or Hibernation ............................................................................ 45
5 Multimedia
Multimedia hardware .......................................................................................................................... 46
Using the optical drive ....................................................................................................... 46
Identifying the installed optical drive ................................................................. 46
Inserting an optical disc ..................................................................................... 47
Removing an optical disc (with power) .............................................................. 48
Removing an optical disc (without power) ......................................................... 49
Using media activity hotkeys ............................................................................................. 50
Using the audio features .................................................................................................... 51
Using the audio-in (microphone) jack ................................................................ 51
Using the audio-out (headphone) jack .............................................................. 51
Adjusting the volume ......................................................................................... 52
Using the video features .................................................................................................... 53
Using the external monitor port ......................................................................... 53
Using the S-Video-out jack ................................................................................ 54
Multimedia software ........................................................................................................................... 55
Identifying preinstalled multimedia software ...................................................................... 55
Installing multimedia software from a CD (select models only) ......................................... 55
Using DVDPlay .................................................................................................................. 55
Using multimedia software ................................................................................................. 56
Preventing playback disruptions ........................................................................................ 57
Protecting the CD or DVD write process ........................................................................... 57
Changing DVD region settings .......................................................................................... 58
Observing the copyright warning ....................................................................................... 58
6 External Devices
Using a USB device ........................................................................................................................... 59
Connecting a USB device .................................................................................................. 59
Stopping a USB device ...................................................................................................... 60
Required USB software ..................................................................................................... 60
7 Memory Modules
Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................ 61
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 64
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1 Notebook Tour
Components
This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer.
To see a list of installed hardware in the computer:
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 Components included with the computer may vary by region and by model. The
illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features included in most computer models.
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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) Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
(5) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(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* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling,
selecting, and double-clicking.
(2) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3) TouchPad horizontal scroll zone* Scrolls left or right.
(4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.
*This table describes default settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start >Control Panel >Hardware
and Sound >Mouse.
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Buttons and switches
Component Description
(1) Wireless button* Turns the wireless functionality on or off, but does not create a
wireless connection.
NOTE To establish a wireless connection, a wireless
network must already be set up.
(2) Power button* When the computer is off, press the power button to turn on the
computer.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown
procedures cannot be used, 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) Volume down button Decreases system volume.
(4) Volume up button Increases system volume.
(5) Volume mute button Mutes system sound.
*This table describes default settings.
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Lights
Component Description
(1) Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
network (LAN), is turned on.
(2) Power lights* (2) On: The computer is on.
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(3) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
(4) Battery light On: A battery pack is charging or is close to full charge capacity.
Blinking: A battery pack 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 is turned 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.
(5) IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
(6) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.
(7) Volume mute light On: System sound is turned off.
*There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer
is open; the other power light is always visible on the front of the computer.
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Display components
Component Description
(1) Display release button Opens the computer.
(2) Internal display switch Initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the notebook is turned
on.
CAUTION The internal display switch is magnetic. Keep
diskettes and other magnetic media away from magnetic
fields, which can erase data.
Front components
Component Description
(1) Speakers (2) Produce system sound.
(2) Display release button Opens the computer.
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Rear components
Component Description
Vent* Provides airflow to cool internal components.
CAUTION To prevent overheating, do not obstruct
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 thick
rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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.
*The computer has 3 vents. The other vents are located on the bottom of the computer.
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces system sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television
audio.
(2) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone or a
microphone.
(3) USB port (select models only) Connects an optional USB device.
(4) Optical drive Reads an optical disc.
(5) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects an optional modem cable.
(6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter.
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Left-side components
Component Description
(1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
(2) External monitor port Connects an external monitor.
(3) S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR,
camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.
(4) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(5) USB ports (2) Connect an optional USB device.
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Bottom components
Component Description
(1) Battery bay Holds the primary battery pack.*
(2) Battery pack release latch Releases the battery pack from the battery bay.
(3) Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slots.
(4) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.
(5) Vents (2)† Enable airflow to cool internal components.
CAUTION To prevent overheating, do not obstruct
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 thick
rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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.
*Battery packs vary by model.
†The computer has 3 vents. One other vent is located on the rear of the computer.
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Wireless antennae (select models only)
On select computer models, at least 2 wireless antennae send and receive wireless device signals.
These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer.
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to your country's section of the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices located in Help and Support.
NOTE For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from
obstructions.
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Additional hardware components
Component Description
(1) Battery pack* Powers the computer when the computer is not connected to
external power.
(2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.
(3) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
*Battery packs and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
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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 the product name, serial number (S/N), and other specifics about the
computer. Have this information available when you contact Customer Care. 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 door.
●Wireless certification labels—Provide information about optional wireless devices available on
select models, 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). If the computer
model includes one or more wireless devices, a certification label is included with the computer.
You may need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are
affixed inside the memory door.
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Specifications
Operating environment
The operating environment information in the following table may be helpful if you plan to use or transport
the computer in extreme environments.
Factor Metric U.S.
Temperature
Operating 10˚C to 35˚C50˚F to 95˚F
Nonoperating -20˚C to 60˚C-4˚F to 140˚F
Relative humidity (noncondensing)
Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90%
Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95%
Maximum altitude (unpressurized)
Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*) -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft
Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*) -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft
*Pounds per square inch absolute (psia) is another unit of measurement for altitude.
Rated input power
The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the
computer.
The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although
the computer can be powered from a stand-alone DC power source, it should be powered only with an
AC adapter or a DC power cord supplied by or approved for this computer.
The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications.
Input Power Rating
Operating voltage 18.5 V dc to 19.0 V dc
Operating current 3.5 A or 4.74 A
This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding
240 V rms.
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