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Left-side components - hard drive connector

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Component Left-side components Description NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Power connector Battery light External monitor port Vent Drive light USB port Description Connects an AC adapter. ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. ● Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery level, a critical battery level, or there is a battery error. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is fully charged. Connects an optional external display, such as a monitor or projector, to the computer. 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. ● On: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Off: The hard drive is idle. Connects an optional USB device. Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an optional headset microphone. NOTE: When an audio component is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled. The audio component cable must have a 4-conductor connector. 6 Chapter 2 Knowing the parts

Section	Page
Getting started	9
Knowing the parts	10
Identifying the hardware	10
Top components	10
TouchPad	10
Lights	11
Keys	12
Front components	12
Right-side components	13
Left-side components	14
Display components	15
Bottom components	16
Wireless antennas	17
Additional hardware components	18
Identifying the labels	18
Power management	20
Setting power options	20
Using power-saving states	20
Initiating and exiting Standby	20
Initiating and exiting Hibernation	21
Using power schemes	21
Viewing the current power scheme	21
Selecting a different power scheme	22
Customizing a power scheme	22
Setting password protection upon exiting Standby	22
Using external AC power	22
Connecting the AC adapter	23
Using battery power	23
Displaying the remaining battery charge	24
Inserting or removing the battery	24
Charging a battery	25
Maximizing battery discharge time	26
Managing low battery levels	26
Identifying low battery levels	26
Resolving a low battery level	27
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available	27
Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available	27
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available	27
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation	27
Calibrating a battery	27
Step 1: Fully charge the battery	27
Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Standby	28
Step 3: Discharge the battery	28
Step 4: Fully recharge the battery	29
Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Standby	29
Conserving battery power	29
Storing a battery	29
Disposing of a used battery	30
Shutting down the computer	30
Internet	31
Connecting to a wired network	32
Connecting to a wireless network	33
Using wireless devices	33
Identifying wireless and network status icons	33
Using the wireless controls	34
Using the wireless switch	34
Using HP Connection Manager software (select models only)	34
Using HP Wireless Assistant software	34
Using a WLAN	35
Setting up a WLAN	36
Protecting your WLAN	36
Connecting to a WLAN	37
Roaming to another network	38
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only)	39
Inserting a SIM	39
Removing a SIM	40
Using Bluetooth wireless devices	42
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)	42
Multimedia	43
Multimedia features	43
Identifying your multimedia components	43
Adjusting the volume	45
Using the media activity action keys	46
Multimedia software	46
Using other preinstalled multimedia software	47
Installing multimedia software from the Internet	47
Audio	48
Connecting external audio devices	48
Checking your audio functions	48
Video	50
Connecting an external monitor or projector	50
Webcam	51
Security	52
Protecting the computer	52
Using passwords	52
Setting passwords in Windows	53
Passwords set in Setup Utility	53
Administrator password	54
Managing an administrator password	54
Entering an administrator password	54
Power-on password	54
Managing a power-on password	55
Entering a power-on password	55
Using antivirus software	56
Using firewall software	57
Installing critical updates	58
Digital cards	59
Inserting a digital card	59
Stopping and removing a digital card	60
USB devices	61
Using a USB device	61
Connecting a USB device	61
Stopping and removing a USB device	62
Pointing devices and keyboard	63
Setting pointing device preferences	63
Using pointing devices	63
Using the TouchPad	63
Using TouchPad gestures	63
Scrolling	64
Pinching	64
Rotating	64
Connecting an external mouse	65
Using the keyboard	65
Using the action keys	65
Using hotkeys	66
Drives	68
Identifying installed drives	68
Handling drives	68
Using external drives	69
Using optional external devices	70
Memory modules	71
Updating software	75
Updating the BIOS	76
Determining the BIOS version	76
Downloading a BIOS update	76
Updating programs and drivers	78
Setup Utility	79
Starting Setup Utility	79
Using Setup Utility	79
Changing the language of Setup Utility	79
Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility	79
Displaying system information	80
Restoring default settings in Setup Utility	80
Exiting Setup Utility	80
Setup Utility menus	81
Main menu	81
Security menu	81
System Configuration menu	81
Diagnostics menu	82