HP Elite 6930p User manual

Notebook Tour
User Guide

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First Edition: October 2009
Document Part Number: 539878-001

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 ................................................................................................................................... 3
Pointing devices ................................................................................................................... 3
Lights ................................................................................................................................... 4
Buttons, switches, and fingerprint reader ............................................................................ 5
Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Display ................................................................................................................................. 7
Front components ................................................................................................................................ 9
Rear components ............................................................................................................................... 10
Right-side components ....................................................................................................................... 11
Left-side components ......................................................................................................................... 12
Bottom components ........................................................................................................................... 13
Wireless antennas .............................................................................................................................. 14
Additional hardware components ....................................................................................................... 15
3 Labels
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 18
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1 Identifying hardware
To see a list of hardware installed in the computer:
▲Select Start >Control Panel >System and Security >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 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.
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Top components
Pointing devices
Component Description
(1) Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(2) Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(4) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5) Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(6) TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.
(7) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start >Devices and Printers.
Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings.
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Lights
Component Description
(1) Wireless lights (2)* ●On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local
area network (WLAN) device, the HP Mobile Broadband
Module, and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(2) Power lights (2)† ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating
should be connected.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(3) 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.
(4) Drive light ●Blinking turquoise: The hard drive or optical drive is being
accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the internal
hard drive, and if present, the hard drive in the upgrade bay.
(5) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
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Component Description
(6) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.
(7) Volume mute light ●On: Computer sound is on.
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
(8) Volume down light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker
volume.
(9) Volume up light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker
volume.
*The 2 wireless lights display the same information. The light on the wireless button is visible only when the computer is open.
The wireless light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.
†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, switches, and fingerprint reader
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 to shut down the
computer.
●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.
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Component Description
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.
(2) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on.
(3) Info button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software
solutions.
(4) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a
wireless connection.
(5) Presentation button Starts the presentation feature.
(6) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound.
(7) Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume. Slide your finger to the left to decrease
volume and to the right to increase volume. You can also press the
left side of the volume slider to decrease volume, or press the right
side of the volume slider to increase volume.
(8) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
Keys
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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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) 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.
Display
Component Description
(1) Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the lighting
conditions in your environment.
(2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(3) HP Webcam Records video and captures still video.
(4) HP Webcam light On: The integrated camera is in use.
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Component Description
(5) Keyboard light Illuminates the keyboard in low-light conditions when the keyboard
light button is pressed.
(6) Keyboard light button Opens and turns on the keyboard light.
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Front components
Component Description
(1) Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
network (WLAN) device, the HP Mobile Broadband Module, and/
or a Bluetooth device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(2) Power light ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating
should be connected.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(3) 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.
(4) Drive light Blinking turquoise: The hard drive or optical drive is being
accessed.
Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive.
(5) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(6) SD Card Reader Supports the Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard (MMC) optional digital card formats.
(7) Display release button Opens the computer.
(8) Bluetooth compartment Contains a Bluetooth device.
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Rear 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
it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
(2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(3) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1) Smart card reader Supports optional smart cards and Java™ cards.
(2) Upgrade bay Supports an optical drive or hard drive.
(3) USB port Connects an optional USB device.
(4) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(5) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.
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Left-side components
Component Description
(1) 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.
(2) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(3) 1394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a
camcorder.
(4) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
(5) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
(6) ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCards.
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Bottom components
Component Description
(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.
(2) Docking connector Connects an optional docking device.
(3) Vents (5) 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.
(4) Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery.
(5) Memory module compartment Contains the expansion memory module slot.
(6) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.
(7) WWAN module compartment Contains a WWAN module (select models only).
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and the display
of a warning message, replace the device with only a WLAN
module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental
agency that regulates wireless devices in your country. If you
replace the device and then receive a warning message, remove
the device to restore computer functionality, and then contact
technical support through Help and Support.
(8) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.
(9) SIM slot (select models only) Contains a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot
is located inside the battery bay.
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Wireless antennas
Component Description
(1) WWAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWAN).
(2) WLAN antennas (3)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLAN).
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas 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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