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Notebook Tour Document Part Number: 406849-001 April 2006 This guide explains the computer hardware features. - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 2
1-2 Lights 1-2 Pointing devices 1-4 Buttons, switches and readers 1-6 Keys 1-8 Front components 1-9 Rear components 1-9 Right-side components 1-10 Left-side components 1-11 Bottom components 1-13 Wireless antennae 1-15 Additional hardware components 1-16 Labels 1-17 2 Specifications - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 3
1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information. 3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager. You can also by model. The illustrations in this guide identify the standard external features included in most computer models. Notebook Tour - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 4
Components Top components Lights Component 1 Power lights* (2) Description On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is in standby. Blinking rapidly: An HP Smart AC Adapter with a higher power rating should be connected. Off: The computer is off or in hibernation. (Continued) 1-2 Notebook - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 5
an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low-battery condition. 7 Drive light Blinking green: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. Amber: The hard drive is parked. *The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 6
button* 3 Center TouchPad button* 4 Right TouchPad button* 5 TouchPad scroll zone* Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double-clicking. Functions like the left button on an - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 7
left button on an external mouse. Functions like the center button on an external mouse. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Notebook Tour 1-5 - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 8
press to exit hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is on. (Continued) Notebook Tour - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 9
. 9 Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Microsoft® Windows®, instead of a password logon. *This table describes default settings. For information about changing default settings, refer to the user guides located in the Help and Support Center. Notebook Tour 1-7 - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 10
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. Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Execute frequently - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 11
Front components Components Component 1 Display release latch Description Opens the computer. Rear components Component 1 Power connector 2 External monitor port Description Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter. Connects an external monitor. Notebook Tour 1-9 - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 12
headphone) jack 2 Internal microphone 3 Audio-in (microphone) jack 4 USB ports (2) 5 Optical drive 6 Serial port (select models only) Description Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Records sound. Connects - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 13
designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Connects a network cable. Connects a modem cable. Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. (Continued) Notebook Tour 1-11 - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 14
routine operation. Connects an optional IEEE 1394 device, such as a camcorder. Connects an optional USB device. Supports Secure Digital (SD) Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards. Supports optional smart cards. Supports optional Type I and Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards. 1-12 Notebook Tour - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 15
battery pack release latches (2) 3 Business card holder 4 Hard drive bay 5 Docking connector 6 Expansion memory module compartment Description Holds the primary battery pack. Release the primary battery pack from the battery bay. Holds a standard size business card. Holds the hard drive. Connects - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 16
Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. 8 Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 17
. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center. ✎ For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 18
Component Description 1 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 2 HP Smart AC Adapter 3 Primary battery pack* Converts AC power to DC power. Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. 4 Modem cable* 5 Country-specific modem adapter (included by - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 19
of the computer. The information on the service tag is also available through the Help and Support Center. ■ Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Microsoft® Windows® Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is affixed - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 20
in which the devices have been approved for use. An optional device may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are included with your computer. You may need this - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 21
2 Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in humidity (noncondensing) Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90% Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95% Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*) -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft Nonoperating (14 - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 22
it is strongly recommended that the computer be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power cord supplied by or approved for an HP computer. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications. Input power Operating voltage Operating current Rating 19.0 V dc @ 4.74 - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 23
altitude specifications 2-1 antennae 1-15 applications key, Windows 1-8 audio-in (microphone) jack 1-10 audio-out (headphone) jack 1-10 B battery bay 1-13 battery light, identifying 1-3 battery pack release latch 1-13 battery pack, identifying 1-16 bays battery 1-13 hard drive 1-13 Bluetooth label - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 24
approval 1-18 regulatory 1-17 service tag 1-17 wireless certification 1-18 WLAN 1-18 latches battery pack release 1-13 display release 1-9 lights battery 1-3 caps lock 1-3 drive 1-3 mute 1-3 num lock 1-3 power 1-2 wireless 1-3 lock, security cable 1-11 M memory module compartment, expansion 1-13 - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 25
17 wireless certification labels 1-18 release latch battery pack 1-13 display 1-9 RJ-11 (modem) cable 1-16 RJ-11 (modem) jack 1-11 RJ-45 (network) jack 1-11 S scroll zone, TouchPad 1-4 Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card 1-12 security cable slot 1-11 serial number, computer 1-17 serial port 1-10 service - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 26
specifications 2-2 modem approval label 1-18 wireless certification labels 1-18 U USB ports, identifying 1-10, 1-12 V vent 1-12, 1-14 volume buttons 1-7 W Windows applications key 1-8 Windows logo key 1-8 wireless antennae 1-15 wireless button 1-7 wireless certification label 1-18 wireless light - Compaq nw8440 | Notebook Tour - Page 27
of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is 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
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Notebook Tour
Document Part Number: 406849-001
April 2006
This guide explains the computer hardware features.