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- Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 1
Notebook Tour User Guide - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 2
of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 3
, 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 - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Safety warning notice - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 5
Table of contents 1 Identifying hardware 2 Components Top components ...2 TouchPad ...2 Lights ...2 Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only 4 Keys ...5 Display ...6 Front components ...8 Rear component ...9 Right-side components ...10 Left-side components ...11 Bottom - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 6
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> 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 - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 8
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 - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 9
battery level. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the internal hard drive. On: Caps lock is on. ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 10
the button to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, briefly press the button 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. - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 11
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 NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 12
in combination with the fn key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key. Displays the Windows Start menu. Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Execute volume - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 13
next to each microphone opening, your computer has internal microphones. Depending on your computer model, the computer may have 1 or 2 internal microphones. On: The integrated webcam is in use. Records video and captures still photographs. Top components 7 - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 14
Power light (2) Battery light (3) Drive light (4) Consumer infrared lens (select models only) (5) Audio-in (microphone) jack (6) Audio-out (headphone) off until the battery reaches a low battery level. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● On: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 15
Rear component Component Vent Description 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. Rear component 9 - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 16
is being accessed. Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs. Connect optional USB devices. Connects a modem cable. Connects an AC adapter. 10 Chapter 2 Components - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 17
compatible digital or audio component. Connects high-performance eSATA components, such as an eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device. NOTE: Depending on your computer model, the computer may include a USB port only. On: A digital card is being accessed. Supports the following - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 18
receive a warning message, remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Holds the battery. Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 19
, 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. Wireless antennae (select models only) 13 - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 20
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 - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 21
, and support for your notebook. 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 - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 22
13 applications key, Windows 6 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 8 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 8 B battery bay, identifying 12 battery light, identifying 3, 8 battery release latch, identifying 12 battery, identifying 14 bays battery 12, 15 hard drive 12 Bluetooth label 15 buttons - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 23
webcam 7 wireless 3 RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying 10 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 11 M memory module compartment, identifying 12 microphone (audio number, computer 15 service tag 15 slots Digital webcam light, identifying 7 webcam, identifying 7 Windows applications key, identifying 6 Windows - Compaq Presario CQ40-500 | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 24
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