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such 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: April 2012 Document Part Number: 684098-001 Product notice This guide describes features that - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 3
Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 4
iv Safety warning notice - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 5
Top ...5 TouchPad ...5 Lights ...6 Buttons ...7 Keys ...8 Front ...9 Right side ...10 Left side ...11 Display ...12 Bottom ...13 3 Networking ...14 Using an Internet service provider (ISP 14 Connecting to a wireless network ...15 Connecting to an existing WLAN 15 Setting up a new WLAN network 16 - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 6
specific files ...33 Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and Restore 33 Recovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager 33 What you need to know 34 Recovering using HP Recovery partition (select models only 34 Recovering using the recovery media 35 Changing the computer boot - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 7
7 Customer support ...36 Contacting customer support ...36 Labels ...36 8 Specifications ...38 Input power ...38 Operating environment ...39 Index ...40 vii - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 8
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. For more information, see Networking on page 14. 2. Update your antivirus software. For more information, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on finding this guide, see Finding information on page 3. 3. Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. For more information, see - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 10
What's new? Beats Audio Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound. Beats Audio is enabled by default. ▲ To enable or disable the Beats Audio bass settings, press fn+b. NOTE: You can also view and control the bass settings through - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 11
, driver, and BIOS updates ● Troubleshooting tools ● Instructions for contacting support ● Regulatory and safety information ● Battery disposal information Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 12
● Information for ordering parts ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Information about accessories for the computer Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. - or - Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. *You can find - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 13
2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad light (2) TouchPad on/off button (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 14
Lights Component (1) Power light (2) Mute light (3) Wireless light (4) Caps lock light (5) TouchPad light Description ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 15
5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, or see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the button to open the default Web browser. Top 7 - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 16
Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Windows applications key (5) Action keys Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the b key or the esc key. - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 17
Front Component Speakers (2) Description Produce sound. Front 9 - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 18
Audio-out (headphone) jack (3) Audio-in (microphone) jack (4) USB 2.0 ports (2) (5) External monitor port (6) RJ-45 (network) jack Description Supports the following digital card formats: ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital (SD) Card ● Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) Card ● Secure Digital - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 19
routine operation. ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 20
notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 21
door Description Holds the battery. Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay. For more information, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Releases the battery from the battery bay and the service door from the computer. Enables airflow - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 22
may support one HP Notebook Reference Guide. Using an Internet service to the modem, and test the Internet service. NOTE: Your ISP will Services. To set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 23
To access the Windows Connect to the Internet Wizard and instructions for using it, select Start > Control Panel > and connecting to a wireless network, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide and the information and website links provided in Help and Support. Connecting to an existing WLAN 1. Turn on - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 24
or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router ( Set up a new network. Then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: It is recommended that you initially connect your new HP Notebook Reference Guide. 16 Chapter 3 Networking - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 25
4 Keyboard and pointing devices Using the keyboard Identifying the hot keys A hot key is a combination of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or the b key (3) To use a hot key: ▲ Briefly press the fn key (1), and then briefly press the second key of the hot key combination. Hot key - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 26
Diagnostics" chapter in the HP Notebook Reference Guide for instructions on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the bottom of the your computer. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to support. f2 Decreases the screen brightness - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 27
Icon Key Description f10 Increases speaker volume incrementally as long as you hold down this key. f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible. Using pointing devices NOTE: - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 28
Amber Off Icon Description Indicates that the TouchPad is off. Indicates that the TouchPad is on. Navigating To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go. Selecting Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 29
a variety of gestures. To use TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on the TouchPad at the same time. NOTE: TouchPad gestures are not supported in all programs. To view the demonstration of a gesture: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Synaptics > Settings. 2. Click a gesture to - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 30
Pinching/Zooming Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on images or text. ● Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then moving them apart. ● Zoom out by placing two fingers apart on the TouchPad, and then moving them together. NOTE: Pinching/zooming is enabled at the factory. - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 31
the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Inserting the battery To insert the battery: ▲ Align the battery (1) with the battery. 1. Slide the battery/service door latch (1) to release the battery. Inserting or removing the battery 23 - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 32
all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and remove the battery. 4. With one hand, slide the battery/service door latch (1) to release the service door, and at the same time, use the other hand to press down on the - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 33
5. Lift the door to remove it (3). 6. Lift the hard drive cable connector (1) until it disconnects from the computer. 7. Remove the Phillips screw (2) that secures the hard drive to the computer. 8. Pull up the hard drive tab (3), and then remove the hard drive (4) from the hard drive bay at an - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 34
the hard drive bay. 2. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (2). 3. Replace the Phillips screw (3). 4. Connect the hard drive cable connector (4). 5. Lower the service door onto the computer (1), and then slide the door (2) toward the battery bay until the battery - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 35
computer. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and remove the battery. 4. Remove the service door (see Removing the hard drive on page 24). 5. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. Pull away - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 36
b. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull the memory module out of the memory module slot. 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. To protect a memory module after removal, - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 37
retention clips snap into place. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend the module. 7. Replace the service door (see Installing a hard drive on page 26). 8. Replace the battery. 9. Reconnect external power and external devices. 10. Turn on the computer. Adding - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 38
these recovery tools carefully, and keep them in a safe place. ● HP Recovery Manager examines the computer and determines the required storage capacity for the discs, or you can obtain recovery discs for your computer from the HP website. If you use an external optical drive, it must be connected - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 39
Creation. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue. To recover, see Recovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager on page 33. . For more information about using shadow copies to restore, see Help and Support. Creating a system restore point 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 40
Backing up system and personal information Your computer stores information that is important to you, such as files, emails, and photos, and you will want to keep that information even if you download a virus or the system stops working properly. How completely you are able to recover your files - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 41
software fixes the problems. If uninstalling does not fix the problems, you can Click System Restore, and follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring specific files If files are accidentally deleted from Support for more information. Recovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager HP - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 42
your system from the HP website. ● The Minimized Image Recovery option is recommended for advanced users only. All hardwarerelated drivers and software are re- System Recovery in the HP Recovery Manager window. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 34 Chapter 6 Backing up, restoring, and recovering - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 43
the computer. NOTE: If the computer does not automatically restart in HP Recovery Manager, change the computer boot order. See Changing the computer the optical drive or the flash drive. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Changing the computer boot order To change the boot order for recovery - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 44
a particular language, it is available in English. ● Email support. ● Find support worldwide telephone numbers. ● Locate an HP service center. Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 45
of the computer or is located inside the battery bay or beneath the service door. ● Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity is located inside the - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 46
can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer. The computer can operate on DC power within the following specifications. Input power Operating voltage and current DC plug of - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 47
Operating environment Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Metric 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m U.S. 41°F to 95°F -4°F to 140°F - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 48
11 action keys decrease screen brightness 18 Help and Support 18 identifying 8 increase screen brightness 18 next track 8 Windows logo 8 L labels Bluetooth 37 HP Mobile Broadband Module 37 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 37 regulatory 37 service 36 SIM 37 wireless certification 37 WLAN 37 - HP Pavilion dm1-4200 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Page 49
37 Product Key 37 original system recovery 33 recovery 33 HP Recovery Manager 33 recovery discs 30 recovery media 30 recovery, serial number 36 service door identifying 13 removing 25 setup of WLAN 16 SIM slot 13 slots Digital Media 10 security cable 11 speakers, identifying 9 supported discs 30
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