HP Pavilion 14-c000 User manual

User Guide

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Development Company, L.P.
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The information contained herein is subject
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First Edition: December 2012
Document Part Number: 709593-001
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 to request 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 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 1
Right side ............................................................................................................................................. 1
Left side ................................................................................................................................................ 2
Display .................................................................................................................................................. 3
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................................. 4
Lights, buttons, and speakers .............................................................................................................. 4
Bottom .................................................................................................................................................. 5
Labels ................................................................................................................................................... 6
2 Using TouchPad gestures .............................................................................................................................. 7
Scrolling ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Tapping ................................................................................................................................................ 8
3 Using the action keys ..................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Charging the battery ..................................................................................................................................... 10
5 More HP resources ....................................................................................................................................... 12
6 Electrostatic Discharge ................................................................................................................................ 13
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 14
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Right side
Component Description
(1) Power light ●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off.
(2) Drive light ●Blinking white: The drive is being accessed.
(3) Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats:
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory
Card
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
(4) USB 2.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 2.0 devices and provide enhanced
USB power performance.
(5) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
device.
(6) RJ-45 (network) jack lights ●White: Computer is connected to a network.
●Blinking amber: Data is being transferred.
NOTE: When both lights are off the computer is not
connected to a network.
(7) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
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Component Description
(8) AC adapter light ●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery
level.
●Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charging.
●Off: The computer is using DC power.
(9) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
Left side
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) 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) USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB 2.0 device.
(4) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
Produces sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or
television audio. Also connects an optional headset
microphone. The jack does not support optional
microphone-only devices.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and
audio-in (microphone).
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Display
Component Description
(1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(3) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows you to
video conference and chat online using streaming video.
(4) Internal microphone Records sound.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items
on the screen.
(2) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Lights, buttons, and speakers
Component Description
(1) Power light ●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off.
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