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    HP MINI User Guide User Guide
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    products and services. 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: January 2009 Document Part Number: 503591-001 Product notice This user guide describes features
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    Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional
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    iv Safety warning notice
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    Table of contents 1 Welcome Home Screen ...2 Navigating the Home Screen 2 2 Knowing the parts Identifying the hardware ...4 Top components ...4 TouchPad ...4 Light ...5 Keys ...5 Front components ...6 Right-side components ...7 Left-side components ...8 Display components ...9 Bottom components ...
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    Connecting to a wired network ...24 Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only 25 Using e-mail ...26 Setting up an e-mail account 26 Checking for new e-mail ...27 Viewing e-mail ...27 Using the Web ...28 Browsing and searching the Web 28 Using the Bookmarks Menu 28 Customizing the Web
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    Resolving a low battery level when the device cannot exit Hibernation 39 Calibrating a battery ...39 Step 1: Fully charge the battery 40 Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Suspend 40 Step 3: Discharge the battery 40 Step 4: Fully recharge the battery 41 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Suspend 41
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    8 Games Installing additional games ...56 9 Pictures and videos Webcam tips ...58 Having a conference call or video chat 58 10 Digital cards Inserting a digital card ...59 Removing a digital card ...60 11 USB devices Using a USB device ...61 Connecting a USB device 61 Removing a USB device ...61
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    15 Settings Customizing system settings ...74 Adjusting the time and date ...75 Changing the Clock Preferences 75 16 Software updates Performing regular updates ...77 Performing critical updates ...77 Performing interim updates ...77 17 Backing up and restoring Backing up your information ...79
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    1 Welcome The HP MINI is fun and engaging and provides an array of exciting features: ● Browsing the Internet ● Chatting with friends ● Checking e-mail ● Listening to music ● Creating and watching videos ● Taking and viewing photos ● Playing games ● Creating documents, spreadsheets, and
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    Home Screen From the Home Screen, you can quickly view your photos, play music, browse the Internet, or configure and check your e-mail. You can personalize the Home Screen for quick links to your favorite Web sites, photo albums, music albums, and playlists. Component Mail Web Music Photos Program
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    Component Description Click the Help icon to display the system Help and learn about the device. Use the mini player to play/pause, fast-forward, and rewind your music. NOTE: The mini player appears only when you play music from the Home Screen. Click the Logout button to access the power
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    2 Knowing the parts Identifying the hardware Components included with the device may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features on most device models. Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on
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    Light Component Caps lock light Keys Description On: Caps lock is on. Identifying the hardware 5
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    Component (1) (3) (4) (5) Function keys fn key Home key Program Switcher key Front components Description Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key. Returns to the
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    cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Connects an optional USB device. Identifying the hardware
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    Component (4) HP Mini Mobile Drive Bay (select models only) (5) Security lanyard connector Description Connects an optional HP Mini Mobile Drive. Attaches an optional security lanyard to the device. NOTE: The security lanyard is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the device
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    Display components Component (1) Internal display switch (2) Speakers (2) (3) Internal microphone (4) Webcam (5) Webcam light Description Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on. Produce sound. Records and captures sound. Captures still photographs and videos
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    Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Battery release latches (2) (3) Memory module compartment (4) Vents (2) Description Holds the battery. Release the battery from the battery bay. Contains the memory module slot. Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The device fan
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    section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. To access these notices, refer to the User Guides disc that is included with the device. Additional hardware components Component (1) Power cord* Description Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet
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    you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the device. ● Service tag-Provides important information including this device. Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the device.
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    3 Programs The Start New Programs button makes it easy to find and open a new program from the Home Screen. When you click the Start New Program button, the Program Launcher opens with all of the programs that are installed on your device. NOTE: To learn about adding or removing programs, refer to
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    To start a new program: 1. Click Start New Program. The Program Launcher opens. - or - Click the Program Switcher icon to display the Start New Program button and open the Program Launcher. 2. Click the program you want to open. NOTE: To exit the Program Launcher, click the Home icon in the bottom-
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    Identifying installed programs The following table lists the programs that are installed on the device. Program Internet programs Skype Purpose Make phone calls and video conference calls over the Internet. Pidgin Chat with friends. Thunderbird Send, receive, view, and manage e-mail. Web
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    Add/Remove Time and Date Update Manager Work programs Sunbird calendar OpenOffice Writer OpenOffice Impress OpenOffice Draw OpenOffice Calc Adobe® Reader Play programs AisleRiot Solitaire Chess Add and remove programs. Modify time and date settings. Perform updates to programs, BIOS, and operating
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    Gnometrics Sudoku Play a falling-block game. Solve logic puzzles. Identifying installed programs 17
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    Installing programs The Add/Remove Applications program allows you to easily add or remove programs. You can browse through the categories to find programs or you can search through all of the programs using the search box. NOTE: For increased security, you can only install programs using the Add/
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    4 Internet The following types of Internet access are supported on the device: ● Wireless-For mobile Internet access, use a wireless connection. To learn about setting up a wireless network or connecting to an existing network, refer
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    corporate offices. In a WLAN, each mobile wireless device communicates with a wireless router or a wireless access point. The following IEEE industry standards are supported: ● 802.11b, the first popular standard, supports data rates of up to 11 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. ● 802.11g
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    of computers and accessories and can separate critical network functions. To use the WLAN device, you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure (provided through a service provider or a public or corporate network). Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following
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    When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access. The common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Because wireless radio signals travel outside the network,
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    that you want to connect to. You can also click Manual Configuration and choose to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a using a WLAN is available through information from your ISP and the user guides included with your wireless router and other WLAN equipment. For a list
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    Connecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network (Ethernet) cable (purchased separately). If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the
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    Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following: ● Computers (desktop, notebook, Internet devices, PDA) ● Phones (
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    Using e-mail The Mail section of the Home Screen makes it easy to view your recent e-mail, check for new e-mail, and configure your e-mail account. When you set up your e-mail, you can use an existing e-mail account. You can also import preferences, account settings, address books, and other data
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    New Account Setup wizard opens. 3. Select the type of account you want to set up, and then click Next. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your e-mail. NOTE: For additional information about Mozilla Thunderbird, refer to the Mozilla Thunderbird software Help. Checking for new e-mail To
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    Using the Web The Web section of the Home Screen makes it easy to browse and search the Internet, open bookmarks, and create links to your favorite Web sites. NOTE: For more information on the Web Browser, refer to the Web Browser software Help. Browsing and searching the Web From the Home Screen,
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    The Web Browser opens to the bookmarked Web site. Customizing the Web favorite links The Web favorite links allow you to create four customized links to your favorite Web sites. These links are actual images of your favorite Web sites that appear on the Home Screen. You can create, change, open, and
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    To open your Web favorite links: ▲ Click the Web favorite link that you want to open. The Web Browser opens to your favorite Web site. - or - ▲ Right-click the Web favorite link that you want to open, and then click Open. The Web Browser opens to your favorite Web site. Removing Web favorites To
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    information about Pidgin, go to http://www.pidgin.im. To open Pidgin, follow these steps: 1. Click Start New Program > Internet > Pidgin. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to enable your Pidgin account and start creating instant messages. 31
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    6 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The device has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Suspend and Hibernation. When Suspend is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory. Exiting Suspend is faster than exiting
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    To exit Suspend: ▲ Briefly slide the power switch. - or - Press any key on the keyboard. When the device exits Suspend, the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required when the device exits Suspend, you must
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    Using the Power icon The Power icon is located in the notification area, at the bottom of the Home Screen. The Power icon allows you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge, position
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    Changing the current power management settings 1. Right-click the Power icon, located in the notification at the bottom of the Home Screen, and then click Preferences. 2. Change the On AC Power, On Battery Power, and General settings, as needed. Using external AC power External AC power is supplied
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    3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3). Using battery power When a charged battery is in the device and the device is not plugged into external power, the device runs on battery power. When the device is plugged into external AC power, the device runs on AC power. If the
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    To insert the battery: 1. Turn the device upside down on a flat surface. 2. Insert the battery into the battery bay (1) and rotate it downward until it is seated (2). 3. Slide the right battery release latch (3) to lock the battery into place. To remove the battery: 1. Turn the device upside down on
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    Charging may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it fully
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    The device takes the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the device is on or in Suspend, the device initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the device is on or in Suspend, the device remains briefly in Suspend, and then shuts down and loses
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    Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Do not charge the device battery while you are onboard aircraft. NOTE: The battery charges whether the device is off or in use, but it charges faster when the device is off. To fully charge the battery: 1. Insert the battery into the device. 2. Connect the
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    To discharge a battery: 1. Unplug the device from its external power source, but do not turn off the device. 2. Run the device on battery power until the battery is discharged. The battery light begins to blink when the battery has discharged to a low battery level. When the battery is discharged,
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    Storing a battery CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time. If a device will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it separately. To prolong the charge of a stored battery,
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    7 Multimedia Multimedia features Your device includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view pictures. Your device may include the following multimedia components: ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated webcam that allows you to capture
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    Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Internal microphone Webcam Webcam light Speakers (2) Volume up hotkey (6) Volume down hotkey (7) Volume mute hotkey (8) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Records and captures sound. Captures still photographs and videos. On: The
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    Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following control options: ● Volume hotkey-A combination of the fn key (1) and either the f8 (2), f10 (3), or f11 (4) function key: ◦ To mute or restore volume, press fn+f8. ◦ To decrease volume, press fn+f10. ◦ To increase volume, press fn+
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    the Music folder in the file manager, HP MediaStyle automatically detects the files that are in the Music folder. NOTE: The following file formats are supported: .mp3, .acc, .wma, .ogg, .flac, .wav, and .m4a. Add songs and albums to your music library on the device in any of the following ways
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    Downloading music To download your music, follow these steps: 1. Insert the SD Card, MultiMediaCard, or USB device that contains your music. - or - Download your music from the Web. 2. Save the music in the Music folder in the file manager. Playing music After you download your music, you can begin
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    Play Plays a track. Pause Pauses the playback. Previous/rewind Next/fast forward Increase the volume Plays a previous track. NOTE: You can right-click the previous/rewind button to view the title of the previous track. Plays the next track. NOTE: You can right-click the next/fast forward button
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    To change a new music favorite: 1. Click one of the favorite music links, and then click Change Favorite. The Select Album, Playlist, or Song window opens. 2. Browse for the album or playlist that you want to change, and then double-click the album or playlist. The album or playlist appears as a
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    Pictures folder in the file manager, HP MediaStyle automatically detects the files that are in the Pictures folder. NOTE: The following file formats are supported: .jpg, .png, .gif, .tiff, and .raw. Add photos to your photo library on the device in any of the following ways: ● Use a Secure Digital
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    Viewing your photo collection After you download your photos, you can view photos and photo albums directly from the Home Screen or you can open HP MediaStyle and view your photos. NOTE: To view photos from the Home Screen, you need to set up your photo favorite links. Refer to Customizing your
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    Removing your photo favorites To delete a photo favorite from the Home Screen: ▲ Right-click the photo favorite link that you want to remove, and then click Remove Favorite. Setting a photo album as a screen saver The Photos section of the Home Screen also allows you to set one of your favorite
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    the Videos folder in the file manager, HP MediaStyle automatically detects the files that are in the Videos folder. NOTE: The following file formats are supported: .wmv, .mpeg2, .mpeg4, .mp4, .avi, and .H264. Video 53
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    Add videos to your video library on the device in any of the following ways: ● Use a Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, a MultiMediaCard (MMC), or a USB device to easily transfer videos. ● Download videos from the Web to your device. Downloading videos To download your videos, follow these steps: 1.
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    8 Games With the HP MINI you can play a variety of games. The following games are installed on the device: ● AisleRiot Solitaire ● Chess ● Gnometrics ● Sudoku To open a game: 1. Click Start New Program, and then click the Play tab. 2. Click the game that you want to play. NOTE: For additional
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    Installing additional games You can install additional games through the Add/Remove Applications program: 1. Click the Settings button at the top-right of the Home Screen, and then click the System tab. 2. Click Add/Remove. The Add/Remove Applications window opens 3. Click Games in the left column,
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    webcam video and create special effects. ● Audio-Record and play back audio. ● Streaming video-Use with instant message software solutions that support UVC (Universal Video Class) cameras. ● Snapshots-Take still photos and create special effects. NOTE: For more information about using Cheese, refer
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    account set up: 1. Click Start New Program > Internet > Skype. 2. Type your Skype name and password, and then click Sign in. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to begin your conference call or video chat. To start a conference call or video chat with Skype if you do not have a Skype account set
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    data sharing. These cards are often used with digital media-equipped cameras and PDAs as well as with other devices. The SD Card Reader supports the following formats: ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To avoid damaging the digital card or the
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    Removing a digital card CAUTION: To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, do not remove a digital card while it is being accessed. 1. Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Press in on the digital card (1), and then remove the card from the slot
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    software, which is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. The device has 2 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Depending on the model, the device may also have a HP Mini Mobile Drive
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    CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove a USB device. To remove a USB device: 1. Save your information and close all programs associated with the USB device. 2. Remove the USB device. Using the HP Mini Mobile Drive Bay (select models only) NOTE: The HP Mini
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    12 Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Preferences to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Preferences, click Settings > System tab > Mouse. Using the
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    Function Show the Home Screen. Show the Start New Program window. Show the panel menu. Start a program. Close a window. Unmaximize a window. Move a window. Resize a window. Minimize a window. Maximize a window. Keyboard shortcut Home key - or - ctrl+alt+d Program Switcher key - or - alt+tab alt+f1
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    Function Switch the image. Decrease screen brightness. Increase screen brightness. Initiate QuickLock. Mute device sound. Decrease device sound. Increase device sound. Hotkey fn+f2 fn+f3 fn+f4 fn+f6 fn+f8 fn+f10 fn+f11 To use a hotkey command on the device keyboard, follow either of these steps: ●
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    video transmission types, with examples of devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f2 hotkey: ● LCD (device display) ● External f6 to display the Log On window and lock the device. Then follow the instructions on the screen to enter your password and access the device. Muting speaker sound
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    13 Drives Handling drives Drives are fragile device components that must be handled with care. Refer to the following cautions before handling drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the device, damage to a drive, or
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    external devices NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which device port to use, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. To connect an external device: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be sure that the
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    14 Memory modules The device has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the device. The memory capacity of the device can be upgraded by replacing the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the
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    8. Lift the memory module compartment cover (2) away from the device. 9. Remove the existing memory module: a. Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module. The memory module tilts up. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only.
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    CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module, and do not bend the memory module. a. Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot. b. With the memory module at a 45
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    15 Settings 73
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    Customizing system settings The System Settings window allows you to view and customize basic and advanced system settings. ▲ To access the System Settings, click the Settings button in the top-right corner of the Home Screen. The following are some of the system settings that you can customize: ●
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    Adjusting the time and date The clock in the notification area, at the bottom of the Home Screen, displays the device's current time setting. You can modify the current time and date settings and preferences on the device. NOTE: If your device is password-enabled, you will be prompted to enter your
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    BIOS update while the device is running on battery power or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not shut down the device or initiate Suspend or Hibernation. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord
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    of the Home Screen. To install critical updates: 1. Click the Critical Update Manager icon to open Update Manager. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Performing interim updates When new updates become available, the Update Manager icon is added to the notification area, at the bottom of the Home
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    17 Backing up and restoring To protect your information, back up your files and folders. Then if the system fails, you can restore your important files from copies. You can also use the options listed in this appendix to restore the operating system and programs that were installed at the factory.
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    Backing up your information Successful recovery after a system failure depends on whether you have completely backed up your files. You should back up your files on a regular basis to maintain up-to-date files. You can back up important personal files and folders to the HP Mini Mobile Drive (select
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    the screen. The "System Restore" page opens. 2. Use the arrow keys to select System Restore, and then press enter. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to restore the system. Using HP MIE Restore Image Creator You will need the following before you begin this restore process: ● A 2-GB (minimum) USB
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    keys to select the USB flash drive, and then press enter. 11. Press enter again to begin restoring the device. 12. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the operating system and programs. 13. After the operating system and programs are installed, remove the USB flash drive. NOTE: After the
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    18 Routine Care 82 Chapter 18 Routine Care
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    Cleaning the display CAUTION: To prevent permanent damage to the device, never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the display. To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use premoistened
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    ." ● If your device is equipped with an 802.11b/g device, a Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) device, or a General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) device, or a similar wireless device, the use of such a device may be restricted in some environments. These restrictions may apply onboard
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    Index A AC adapter connecting 35 identifying 12 Add/Remove Applications program 18 adjusting sound preferences 45 Adobe Reader 16 airport security devices 68 AisleRiot Solitaire 16 antennas 11 audio adjusting sound preferences 45 audio devices, connecting external 52 audio functions, checking 52
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    hotkeys, identifying 65 keyboard shortcuts 64 keyboard, cleaning 83 keys fn 6 function 6 Home 6 Program Switcher 6 L labels Bluetooth 12 regulatory 12 service tag 12 wireless certification 12 WLAN 12 latches, battery release 10 left TouchPad button, identifying 4 lights battery 7 caps lock 5 drive
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    system 42 optical drive 69 P PDF Viewer 16 photo formats, supported 50 photos adding 50 changing photo favorites 51 customizing photo favorites lanyard connector, identifying 8 security, wireless 21 serial number, device 12 service tag 12 settings, customizing 74 setup of WLAN 21 setup, device 4
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    , identifying 7, 8, 61 user information, modify 15 utility programs 15 V vents, identifying 7, 8, 10 video 53 video chat, webcam 58 video formats, supported 53 video transmission types 67 videos adding 53 downloading 54 watching 54 volume down hotkey, identifying 44 volume up hotkey, identifying 44
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HP MINI User Guide
User Guide