HP ProBook 4340s User manual

Getting Started
HP Notebook

© Copyright 2012 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
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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
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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: May 2012
Document Part Number: 679213-001
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 .......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Finding information ............................................................................................................................... 2
2 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 4
Top ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ 4
Lights ................................................................................................................................... 5
Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only) ........................................... 7
Keys ................................................................................................................................... 10
Front ................................................................................................................................................... 12
Right ................................................................................................................................................... 13
Left ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Display ................................................................................................................................................ 17
Bottom ................................................................................................................................................ 19
Identifying the bottom parts of the computer ...................................................................................... 20
3 Networking .................................................................................................................................................... 22
Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ............................................................................................ 23
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 23
Connecting to an existing WLAN ....................................................................................... 24
Setting up a new WLAN network ....................................................................................... 24
Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ 25
Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 25
4 Keyboard and pointing devices ................................................................................................................... 26
Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ 26
Identifying the hot keys ...................................................................................................... 26
Using keypads (select models only) .................................................................................. 27
Using the embedded numeric keypad ............................................................... 27
Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off .......................... 28
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad ............. 28
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Using the integrated numeric keypad ................................................................ 28
Using an optional external numeric keypad ...................................................... 28
Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 29
Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... 29
Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 29
Turning the TouchPad off and on ...................................................................... 30
Navigating ......................................................................................................... 30
Selecting ........................................................................................................... 31
Using TouchPad gestures ................................................................................. 31
Scrolling ............................................................................................ 32
Pinching/Zooming ............................................................................. 32
5 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 33
Inserting or removing the battery ........................................................................................................ 33
Using the optional security screw ....................................................................................................... 35
Removing or replacing the service door ............................................................................................. 36
Removing the service door ................................................................................................ 36
Replacing the service door ................................................................................................ 37
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ............................................................................................... 38
Removing the hard drive .................................................................................................... 38
Installing a hard drive ......................................................................................................... 40
Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................ 42
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 45
Cleaning your computer ..................................................................................................................... 45
Cleaning products .............................................................................................................. 45
Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................... 45
Cleaning the display .......................................................................................... 45
Cleaning the sides and cover ............................................................................ 46
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard .............................................................. 46
6 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................... 47
Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator .................................................................. 48
Creating recovery media .................................................................................................... 48
Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... 49
Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ 50
Using the Windows recovery tools ..................................................................................... 50
Using f11 recovery tools .................................................................................................... 51
Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) ................................. 52
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7 Customer support ......................................................................................................................................... 53
Contacting customer support ............................................................................................................. 53
Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 54
8 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 55
Input power ......................................................................................................................................... 55
Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... 56
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 57
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1Welcome
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 22.
●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 26 for additional
information.
●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 Web site.
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Finding information
The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.
Resources For information about
Setup Instructions poster ●How to set up the computer
●Help to identify computer components
Getting Started
To access this guide:
Select Start >Help and Support >User Guides.
●Computer features
●How to connect to a wireless network
●How to use the keyboard and pointing devices
●How to replace or upgrade the hard drive and memory
modules
●How to perform a backup and recovery
●How to contact customer support
●Computer specifications
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
●How to install certain components
●How to create a wired and/or wireless network
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 this guide:
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
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Resources For information about
Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet
This booklet is provided with your computer.
HP support telephone numbers
HP Web site
To access this Web site, go to http://www.hp.com/
support.
●Support information
●Ordering parts and finding additional help
●Accessories available for the device
Limited Warranty*
To access the warranty:
Select Start >Help and Support >User Guides >
View Warranty Information.
– or –
Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.
Warranty information
*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your
computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited
Warranty in the box. For some countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a
printed copy from 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
When you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your product number, warranty period (found on your
service label), name, and postal address.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. For U.S. product support, go to http://www.hp.com/
go/contactHP. For worldwide product support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.
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Top
TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.
(2) TouchPad zone 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) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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Lights
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
(3) Web browser light ●On: The computer is on.
●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.
(5) TouchPad light ●Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
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Components 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) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
(3) Web browser light ●On: The computer is on.
●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.
(5) TouchPad light ●Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: TouchPad is on.
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Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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.
●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 Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off
the computer.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
To learn more about your power settings:
●Select Start >Control Panel >System and
Security >Power Options.
●Refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
(2) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
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Component Description
(3) Web browser button Opens the default Web browser.
(4) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
(5) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
password logon.
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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.
●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 Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off
the computer.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
To learn more about your power settings:
●Select Start >Control Panel >System and
Security >Power Options.
●Refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
(2) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(3) Web browser button Opens the default Web browser.
(4) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
(5) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
password logon.
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Keys
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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, the num lk key, the esc
key, or other keys. For more information, see Keyboard and
pointing devices on page 26.
(3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key. For more information, see
Keyboard and pointing devices on page 26.
(5) Embedded numeric keypad keys When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an
external numeric keypad.
Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by
the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
(6) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
(7) num lk key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
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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, the num lk key, the esc
key, or other keys. For more information, see Keyboard and
pointing devices on page 26.
(3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key. For more information, see
Keyboard and pointing devices on page 26.
(5) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
(6) num lk key Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions
on the integrated numeric keypad.
(7) Integrated numeric keypad Can be used like an external numeric keypad.
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Front
Component Description
(1) Drive light ●White: The hard drive is being accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard, refer
to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
(2) Media Card Reader Supports the following digital card formats:
●Memory Stick PRO
●Memory Stick PRO Duo (needs an adapter)
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
●MultiMediaCardplus (MMC+)
●Secure Digital (SD) Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card
●Secure Digital Extra Capacity (SDXC) Card
(3) Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.
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 jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
(4) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
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