HP 8730w Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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- HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 1
Notebook Tour User Guide - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 2
, Inc. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. 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 accompanying such - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 3
! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap 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. - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Safety warning notice - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 5
Table of contents 1 Identifying hardware 2 Components Display ...2 Top components ...3 Pointing devices ...3 Lights ...4 Buttons, switches, and fingerprint reader 6 Keys ...8 Front components ...9 Rear components ...11 Right-side components ...12 Left-side components ...13 Bottom components ...14 - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 6
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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 tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and support more - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 8
light (4) Webcam (5) Ambient light sensor Description Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on. Record sound. On: The webcam is in use. Records audio and video and captures still photographs. Automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the lighting conditions - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 9
Top components Pointing devices Component Description (1) Pointing stick* Moves the pointer and selects or activates mouse. *This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Top components 3 - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 10
light (8) Calculator light 4 Chapter 2 Components Description ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 11
external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. *The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 12
and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions. Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 13
Volume mute button (7) Volume scroll zone (8) Calculator button (9) Fingerprint reader Description NOTE: You must set up or access a wireless network to to increase volume. Turns on the Windows calculator function. Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon. Top components 7 - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 14
information when pressed 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. Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Can be used like the keys on an external numeric - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 15
(1) Wireless light (2) Power light (3) Battery light (4) Drive light (5) Speakers (2) (6) Audio-out (headphone) jack (7) Audio-in (microphone) jack (8) Media Card Reader Description On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth device, is - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 16
Component (9) Display release button (10) Business card slot Description ● xD-Picture Card ● xD-Picture Card Type H ● xD-Picture Card Type M Opens the computer. Holds a business card in position so that the webcam can capture an image. 10 Chapter 2 Components - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 17
Rear components The 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. Rear components 11 - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 18
Right-side components Component (1) eSATA port (2) USB ports (3) (3) Upgrade bay (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) RJ-11 (modem) jack Description Connects high-performance eSATA components, such as an eSATA external hard drive. Connect optional USB devices. Supports an optical drive or hard drive. - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 19
cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Connects an AC adapter. Connects an optional HDMI device. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an optional IEEE 1394 - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 20
on and off during routine operation. Holds the hard drive and a Bluetooth device. Contains the memory module slots and a wireless LAN module slot. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, replace the WLAN module with only a module authorized for use in the - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 21
Wireless antennae The antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. NOTE: For and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. Wireless antennae 15 - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 22
Battery* (3) AC adapter Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. Converts AC power to DC power. (4) Modem cable (select models only)* Connects the internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country- or region-specific - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 23
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 operating system. This certificate is affixed to - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 24
traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the memory module compartment. 18 Chapter 3 Labels - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 25
13 A AC adapter, identifying 16 accessory battery connector, identifying 14 ambient light sensor, identifying 2 applications key, Windows 8 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 9 B battery bay 14, 17 battery light, identifying 5, 9 battery release latch - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 26
Card Reader, identifying 9 memory module compartment, identifying 14 microphone (audio-in) jack 9 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 17 modem approval label 17 modem cable adapter, identifying 16 modem cable, identifying 16 monitor port, external 13 mute button, identifying 7 mute light - HP 8730w | Notebook Tour - Windows Vista - Page 27
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