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Notebook Tour
User Guide

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First Edition: April 2009
Document Part Number: 512425-001
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 and fingerprint reader (select models only) ............................................................ 4
Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Front components ................................................................................................................................ 7
Right-side components ......................................................................................................................... 8
Left-side components ........................................................................................................................... 9
Bottom components ........................................................................................................................... 10
Display components ........................................................................................................................... 11
Wireless antennae .............................................................................................................................. 12
Additional hardware components ....................................................................................................... 13
3 Labels
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 16
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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
Top components
TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad light ●White: TouchPad is enabled.
●Amber: 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) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.
(5) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down.
(6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start >Control Panel >
Hardware and Sound >Mouse.
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Lights
Component Description
(1) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is 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) Volume mute light ●White: Computer sound is on.
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
(4) Volume down light On: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker
volume.
(5) Volume up light On: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker
volume.
(6) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.
(7) Wireless light ●On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local
area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is
on.
●Off: All wireless devices are off.
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Component Description
(8) Battery light ●On: A battery is charging.
●Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has
reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a
critical low-battery level, the battery light begins blinking more
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.
(9) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
*The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The
power light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.
Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)
Component Description
(1) 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.
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Component Description
●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.
(2) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound.
(3) Volume scroll zone To decrease the volume, slide your finger to the left on the scroll
zone or tap the minus sign. To increase the volume, slide your
finger to the right on the scroll zone or tap the plus sign.
(4) 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.
(5) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help
and Support.
Keys
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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) Spacebar Turns the keyboard lights on and off when pressed in combination
with the fn key (select models only).
(5) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(6) Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
(7) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
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Front components
Component Description
(1) Power light ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(2) Battery light ●On: A battery is charging.
●Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has
reached a low battery level or a critical battery level.
●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.
(3) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
(4) Consumer infrared lens Receives a signal from the remote control (provided with select
models only).
(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, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1) ExpressCard slot Supports an optional ExpressCard/34 module.
(2) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital
(SD) Memory Card, Secure Digital Input/Output (SD I/O),
MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro
(MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD).
(3) Digital Media Slot light Blinking: The media card is being accessed.
(4) eSATA/USB port Connects a high-performance eSATA component, such as an
eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device.
(5) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.
NOTE: Depending on your computer model, the computer may
include an HDMI port or a USB port at this location.
(6) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(7) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(8) 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.
(9) 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) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2) AC adapter light ●On: The computer is connected to external power.
●Off: The computer is not connected to external power.
(3) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(4) Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical
discs.
(5) Optical drive light Blinking: The drive is being accessed.
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Bottom components
Component Description
(1) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.
(2) Battery bay Holds the battery.
(3) Wireless module compartment Holds a wireless LAN module.
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.
(4) 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.
(5) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive and the memory module slots.
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Display components
Component Description
(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while
the power is on.
(2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(4) Webcam Records audio and video and captures still photographs.
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Wireless antennae
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.
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
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3Labels
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 service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
◦Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook.
◦Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier 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 use to locate documents, drivers, and support
for your notebook.
◦Warranty period (5). This number describes the duration (in years) 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.
●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 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 Mini Card
compartment.
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