HP 8510p HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces
HP 8510p - Compaq Business Notebook Manual
UPC - 883585842872
View all HP 8510p manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
HP 8510p manual content summary:
- HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 1
Getting Started HP Business Notebook PC - Vista Document Part Number: 443124-001 June 2007 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, and begin using the computer in Windows® Enhanced For Accessibility - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 2
shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Getting Started HP Business Notebook PC First Edition: June 2007 Document Part Number: 443124-001 Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 3
hardware for setup 1-1 Setting up the computer 1-2 Step 1: Insert the battery 1-2 Step 2: Connect the computer to external power 1-3 Step 3: 3-1 Protecting your system files 3-2 Protecting your privacy 3-2 Protecting the computer from power surges. . . . 3-2 Using the computer safely - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 4
4-5 Help and Support 4-6 Contacting technical support 4-7 A Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs A-1 Backing up your information A-2 When to back up A-2 Backup suggestions A-3 Backing up specific files or folders A-4 Backing up the entire hard drive A-4 Creating recovery points - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 5
Contents B Specifications Operating environment B-1 Rated input power B-2 Index Getting Started v - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 6
- HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 7
only). ✎ Components included with the computer may vary by region and by model. Component 1 Power cord 2 AC adapter Component 3 Battery 4 Modem cable (select models only) ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved for this computer. ✎ A modem cable is required only for - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 8
setup Setting up the computer Computer setup involves the following tasks: 1. Inserting the battery into the computer 2. Connecting the computer to external power ✎ The battery begins to charge. 3. Turning on the computer 4. Setting up the software 5. Creating recovery discs (recommended) ✎ Refer - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 9
power cord into the AC adapter 2. 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3. When the computer receives AC power, the battery begins to charge and the battery light (on the front of the computer) turns on. When the battery is fully charged, the battery light turns off. Leave the - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 10
First-time setup Step 3: Turn on the computer To open the computer: 1. Slide the display release latch 1 to the right to release the display. 2. Raise the display 2. To turn on the computer: » Press the power button 1. The power light on the power button 2 turns on. 1-4 Getting Started - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 11
using HP Backup & Recovery Manager. You can use the recovery discs to start up (boot) the computer and restore the operating system and software programs to factory settings in case of system failure or instability. Refer to Appendix A, "Backup and recovery," for detailed instructions. Getting - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 12
- HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 13
2 Quick tour Identifying the hardware ✎ Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features included on most computer models. Getting Started 2-1 - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 14
matches your computer. Component Component 1 TouchPad 3 Right TouchPad button 2 Left TouchPad button 4 TouchPad scroll zone This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. 2-2 Getting Started - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 15
3 TouchPad 8 Right pointing stick button 4 Left TouchPad button 9 Center pointing stick button 5 Center TouchPad button This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. Getting Started 2-3 - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 16
Component 1 Wireless lights (2)* 7 Caps lock light 2 Power lights (2)† 8 Num lock light 3 Battery light 9 Volume mute light 4 Drive light - Volume down light 5 Info Center light q Volume up light 6 Presentation light *The 2 wireless lights display the same information. The light on the - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 17
Buttons, switches and fingerprint reader Quick tour Component 1 Power button 2 Internal display switch 3 Info button 4 Wireless button 5 Presentation button Component 6 Volume mute button 7 Volume scroll zone 8 Internal microphone 9 HP Fingerprint Sensor (fingerprint reader) Getting Started 2-5 - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 18
Quick tour Keys ✎ Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component 1 esc key 2 fn key 3 Windows logo key Component 4 Windows application key 5 Embedded numeric key pads 6 Function keys 2-6 Getting Started - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 19
(select models only) 2 Power light 3 Battery light Left-side components Component 4 Drive light 5 Speakers (2) 6 Display release latch Component 1 Security cable slot 2 RJ-45 (network) jack 3 1394 port (select models only) 4 Vent Getting Started Component 5 HDMI port 6 USB ports (2) 7 Media Card - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 20
Quick tour Right-side components Component 1 Audio out (headphone) jack 2 Audio in (microphone) jack 3 USB ports (2) (select models only) Component 4 Optical drive 5 RJ-11 (modem) jack Rear components Component 1 Power connector Component 2 External monitor port 2-8 Getting Started - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 21
Bottom components Quick tour Component 1 Hard drive bay 2 Accessory battery connector 3 Battery release latch 4 Battery bay 5 SIM slot (select models only) Component 6 Battery release latch 7 Docking connector 8 Vents (2) 9 Memory module compartment Getting Started 2-9 - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 22
see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. 2-10 Getting Started - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 23
, or system failure. Protecting the computer from viruses When you use the computer extended update service. ■ For information about using and updating Norton Internet Security and for purchasing extended update service, select Start > All Programs > Norton Internet Security > Help and Support - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 24
, observe these practices: ■ Keep the operating system and software updated. Many software updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on the computer to block messages that do not meet specific security criteria. Some firewalls also monitor - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 25
, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. For more safety and regulatory information, and for battery disposal information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in Help and Support. To - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 26
, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. ✎ 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 applications - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 27
the instructions provided by the hardware manufacturer to install the device and any required drivers. Locating and installing software The computer includes software that is provided in the following forms: ■ Preinstalled on your hard drive. To see a list of the ready-to-use software preinstalled - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 28
to the Internet. » To access update links for the operating system and other software provided on the computer, select Start > Help and Support. Finding the user guides User guides, regulatory and safety notices, and other information resources about using the computer are available through Help - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 29
these procedures, try the following emergency shutdown procedures in the sequence provided: Ä CAUTION: Using one of the following emergency shutdown procedures will result in the loss of unsaved information. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. Getting Started 3-7 - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 30
- HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 31
. ✎ Although many checkup and repair tools require an Internet connection, other tools can help you fix a problem when the computer is offline. ■ Contact technical support for further assistance. Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up To turn on the computer, press the power button - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 32
provided: ❏ If the battery light on the front of the computer is blinking, the battery has reached a low battery level, which may not allow the computer to start up. Plug the computer into an AC outlet using the AC adapter, start the computer, and allow the battery to charge. ❏ Remove the primary - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 33
in use, or when the computer has reached a low battery level. To change these and other power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. ■ To transfer the image to the computer screen, press fn+f4. On most models, when an optional external display device, such - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 34
computer is turned on, but not responding to software or keyboard commands, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Save your work and close all open applications. 2. Shut down the computer through the operating system by clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to the Lock - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 35
with the device or on the device manufacturer's Web site. For more information about updating drivers, select Start > Help and Support. The WLAN connection is not working If a WLAN connection is not working as expected, follow these suggestions: ■ Be sure that the wireless light on the computer - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 36
connected, and the lights are on. ■ number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ Answers to questions about using the computer ■ Product information to help you learn to use the computer and operating system features ■ Updates for the operating system, device drivers - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 37
or e-mail: ■ Product name located on the display or keyboard. ■ Serial number (s/n) listed on the service tag. ❏ The service tag label is on the bottom of the computer. ❏ To display the service tag information on the computer screen, select Start > Help and Support > System Information. ■ Date the - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 38
- HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 39
discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case of system instability or AC power during the process. ■ Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer. ■ Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 40
(Recommended), and then click Next. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Backing up your information ✎ You can only recover files that you have previously backed up. HP recommends that you use HP Backup & Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as you set up your computer. With - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 41
reset your preferences. To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing document: 1. Display the screen. 2. Copy the screen. To copy only the active window, external power. ✎ Drivers, utilities, and applications installed by HP can be copied to a CD or to a DVD using HP Backup & Recovery - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 42
folders and then click Next. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Backing up the entire hard drive When you perform a complete backup of the hard drive, you are saving the full factory image, including the Windows operating system, software applications, and all personal files and folders. ✎ A copy - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 43
Backups, and then click Next. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Creating recovery points When you back up modifications since your last backup, you are creating system recovery points. This allows you to save a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 44
at specific intervals (daily, weekly or monthly) or at specific events, such as at system restart or when you dock to an optional docking station. To schedule backups: 1. Select Start > All Programs > HP Backup & Recovery > HP Backup Scheduler. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. A-6 Getting - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 45
up. HP recommends that you use HP Backup & Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as you set up your computer. HP Backup & if you experience system failure or instability. HP Backup & Recovery Manager works from a dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 46
the on-screen instructions. Initiating a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition To initiate a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition, follow these steps: 1. Back up all personal files. 2. Restart the computer, and then press f11 before the Windows operating system loads. 3. Click - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 47
Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following table may be helpful if you plan to use altitude (unpressurized) Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*) -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*) -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 48
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 is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications. Input power Operating voltage Operating current Rating 19 V dc @ 4.7 A - 90 - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 49
port, identifying 2-7 A AC adapter connecting 1-3 identifying 1-1 accessory battery connector, identifying 2-9 altitude specifications B-1 antivirus software 4-3 audio in (microphone) jack, identifying 2-8 audio out (headphone) jack, identifying 2-8 B battery charging 1-3 indentifying 1-1 inserting - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 50
image 4-3 docking connector, identifying 2-9 drive light, identifying 2-4, 2-7 E environmental specifications B-1 external devices, troubleshooting 4-5 external monitor port, identifying 2-8 F fingerprint reader, identifying 2-5 Fingerprint Sensor, identifying 2-5 firewalls 3-2 H hard drive bay - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 51
2-7 memory module compartment, identifying 2-9 modem cable 1-1 modem surge protection 3-2 monitor, external 4-3, 4-5 N network jack 2-7 network, connecting computer to 3-4 num lock light, identifying 2-4 O operating environment specifications B-1 operating system, version number 4-7 optical drive - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 52
support 4-7 temperature safety considerations 3-3, 4-5 specifications B-1 troubleshooting 4-4 TouchPad buttons, identifying 2-2, 2-3 TouchPad scroll zone, identifying 2-2, 2-3 TouchPad, identifying 2-2, 2-3 traveling with computer B-2 troubleshooting display problems 4-3 external device problems - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 53
Index Getting Started Index-5 - HP 8510p | HP Business Notebook PC - Getting Started -Vista - Enhanced for Acces - Page 54
Getting Started
HP Business Notebook PC
Document Part Number: 443124-001
June 2007
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and
software, and begin using the computer in Windows®
Enhanced For Accessibility