HP Tx1205us - Pavilion - Turion 64 X2 1.8 GHz Operating and installation instructions

Notebook Tour
User Guide

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First Edition: January 2007
Document Part Number: 431179-001

Table of contents
1 Identifying Hardware
2 Top components
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................................. 2
Keys ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
Hotkey quick reference ......................................................................................................................... 4
3 Display
Display components ............................................................................................................................. 5
Display lights ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Quick Launch buttons ........................................................................................................................... 7
Media buttons ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Wireless antennae (select models only) ............................................................................................... 9
WWAN antenna (select models only) ................................................................................................. 10
4 Front components
5 Rear components
6 Right-side components
7 Left-side components
8 Bottom components
9 Additional hardware components
10 Labels
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 21
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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.
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2 Top components
TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.
(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) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(5) TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.
(6) TouchPad light ●Blue: TouchPad is enabled.
●Amber: TouchPad is disabled.
*This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start >Control Panel >
Hardware and Sound >Mouse.
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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) 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.
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Hotkey quick reference
Function Hotkey
Display information. fn+esc
Open Help and Support. fn+f1
Open the Print Options window. fn+f2
Open a Web browser. fn+f3
Alternate between computer display and external display. fn+f4
Initiate Hibernation. fn+f5
Initiate QuickLock. fn+f6
Decrease screen brightness. fn+f7
Increase screen brightness. fn+f8
Play, pause, or resume an audio CD or a DVD. fn+f9
Stop an audio CD or a DVD. fn+f10
Play the previous track or section on an audio CD or a DVD. fn+f11
Play the next track on an audio CD or a DVD. fn+12
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3Display
Display components
Component Description
(1) Convertible hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from traditional
notebook mode into slate mode or vice versa. In slate mode, the
display is rotated and folded flat, so that you can view content while
carrying the computer.
(2) Consumer infrared lens Receives a signal from the HP Remote Control.
(3) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while
the power is on.
(4) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon.
(5) Integrated camera (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs.
(6) Display release latch Opens the computer.
(7) Internal microphones Record sound.
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Display lights
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. 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.
(3) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
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Quick Launch buttons
Component Description
(1) Rotate button Rotates the screen image clockwise into 4 orientations: landscape
primary, landscape secondary, portrait primary, and portrait
secondary.
(2) Mobility Center button Opens Mobility Center.
(3) Media button Launches the QuickPlay program.
(4) DVD button Launches the DVD playback feature of the QuickPlay program.
NOTE If the computer has been set up to require a logon password, you may be asked to log on to Windows.
QuickPlay launches after you log on. Refer to the QuickPlay online Help for more information.
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Media buttons
Component Description
(1) Previous/rewind button ●Plays the previous track or chapter when the button is pressed
once.
●Rewinds media when the button is pressed simultaneously
with the fn key.
(2) Play/pause button Plays or pauses media.
(3) Next/fast forward button ●Plays the next track or chapter when the button is pressed
once.
●Fast forwards media when pressed simultaneously with the
fn key.
(4) Stop button Stops playback.
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Wireless antennae (select models only)
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.
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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WWAN antenna (select models only)
The WWAN antennae allow you to connect to a wireless wide-area network (WWAN), and then to the
Internet, using the integrated HP Broadband Wireless module and service from a supported cellular
network operator.
One wireless antenna is located inside the display enclosure (1). Another wireless antenna is external
and connects to the external WWAN antenna connector on the computer (2). The external WWAN
antenna must be connected when connecting to a WWAN.
When connecting to a WWAN, the external WWAN antenna should be positioned upright, as shown in
the illustration below.
NOTE For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from
obstructions.
For more information on HP Broadband Wireless and how to sign up for service, or for information on
connecting the external wireless antenna, refer to the HP Broadband Wireless Getting Started guide
included with your computer.
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4 Front components
Component Description
(1) Display release latch Opens the computer.
(2) Power switch* ●When the computer is off, slide the power switch to the right
to turn on the computer.
●When the computer is on, slide the power switch to the right
to initiate Sleep.
●When the computer is in the Sleep state, slide the power
switch to the right briefly to exit Sleep.
●When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the power switch
to the right briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown
procedures cannot be used, slide the power switch to the right and
hold for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
(3) Power light ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(4) Consumer infrared lens Receives a signal from the HP Remote Control.
(5) Audio-out (headphone) S/PDIF jack (select
models only)
Provides enhanced audio performance, including surround sound
and other high-end audio output.
(6) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produce sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
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Component Description
(7) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
(8) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless
connection.
NOTE A wireless network must be set up in order to
establish a wireless connection.
(9) Wireless light ●Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local
area network (LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is
turned on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are turned off.
*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help
and Support.
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5 Rear components
Component Description
(1) Vent Enables 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.
(2) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.
(3) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(4) 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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Component Description
(1) Previous/rewind button ●Plays the previous track or chapter when the button is pressed
once.
●Rewinds media when the button is pressed simultaneously
with the fn key.
(2) Play/pause button Plays or pauses media.
(3) Next/fast forward button ●Plays the next track or chapter.
●Fast forwards media when pressed simultaneously with the
fn key.
(4) Stop button Stops playback.
(5) Pen holder Stores the pen (select models only).
(6) USB port Connects an optional USB device.
(7) Pen tether hole Connects the pen tether (select models only).
(8) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(9) Expansion port 3 Connects the computer to an optional expansion product.
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Component Description
NOTE The computer has only one expansion port. The
term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion
port.
(10) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(11) S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR,
camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.
(12) Vent Enables 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.
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7 Left-side components
Component Description
(1) External WWAN antenna connector Connects the external WWAN antennae.
(2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(3) ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCard/34 cards.
(4) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital
(SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS),
Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD), xD-Picture Card
(XD) Type M.
(5) Digital Media Slot light On: A digital card is being accessed.
(6) Optical drive Reads an optical disc.
(7) Optical drive release button Releases the optical drive tray.
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