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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: May 2011 Document Part Number: 650105-001 Product notice This guide describes features that - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - 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 Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 4
iv Safety warning notice - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 5
Lights ...7 Buttons ...8 Keys ...9 Front ...10 Right side ...11 Left side ...12 Display ...13 Bottom ...14 3 HP QuickWeb ...15 Starting HP QuickWeb ...16 4 Networking ...17 Using an Internet service provider (ISP 18 Connecting to a wireless network ...18 Connecting to an existing WLAN 19 Setting - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 6
Removing the battery ...29 Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 30 Removing the hard drive ...30 Installing the hard drive ...32 Replacing the memory module ...34 7 Backup and recovery Restore to a previous date and time 43 8 Customer support ...44 Contacting customer support ...44 Labels ...45 vi - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 7
9 Specifications ...46 Input power ...47 DC plug of external HP power supply 47 Operating environment ...48 Index ...49 vii - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 8
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important to take the following steps: ● Set up HP QuickWeb-Immediately access the Internet, widgets, and communication programs without launching your main For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on accessing this guide, refer to Finding information on page - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 10
Beats Audio is enabled by default. ▲ To increase or decrease the Beats Audio bass settings, press fn+b. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Beats Audio. The following table describes the Beats Audio icons that appear when you press fn+b. Icon Description Indicates that Beats Audio - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 11
Start > Help and ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates Support. ● Troubleshooting tools NOTE: For country- or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or ● How to access technical support region, and follow the on-screen instructions. Regulatory, Safety and - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 12
http://www.hp.com/ support. ● Support information ● Ordering parts and finding additional help ● Software, driver, and BIOS updates ● Accessories available for the device Limited Warranty* Warranty information To access the warranty: Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides > View Warranty - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 13
2 Getting to know your computer ● Top ● Front ● Right side ● Left side ● Display ● Bottom 5 - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 14
Top TouchPad Component (1) TouchPad light (2) TouchPad on/off button (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description ● Off: The TouchPad is on. ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. Quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on or off. - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 15
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: Computer sound is on. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 16
and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. ● When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press the button to open - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 17
Keys Component (1) (2) Action keys fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Windows applications key Description Execute frequently used system functions. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key, the num lk key, or the esc key. Displays the Windows - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 18
Front Component Speakers (2) Description Produce sound. 10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 19
(SD) Card ● Secure Digital High Capacity Card (SDHC) ● Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Supports mini versions by use of an adapter (adapter is not included). Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. WARNING - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 20
Left side Component (1) External monitor port (2) Power connector (3) AC adapter light (4) Vent (5) USB port (6) Hard drive light Description Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Connects an AC adapter. ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 21
with wireless local area networks (WLAN). Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area networks (WWAN). Records sound. Records video and captures still photographs. To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Camera. On: The webcam is in use. Display 13 - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 22
latch Description Holds the battery. Releases the battery from the battery bay and the service access cover from the computer. (3) Service access cover Provides access to the hard drive bay, a memory module slot, the subscriber identity module (SIM) slot, and the wireless local area network - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 23
and communication programs. Simply press the QuickWeb key (or QuickWeb button on select models), and then start browsing the Internet, communicating with Skype, and exploring other HP QuickWeb programs. Your HP QuickWeb Home screen includes the following features: ● Web browser-Search and browse the - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 24
. ● When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, opens the default Web browser. ● When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, opens the default Web browser. NOTE: If your computer does not have HP QuickWeb software, the key does not perform any action or function. NOTE: For more information, refer to the - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 25
● Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ● Connecting to a wireless network NOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your location. Your computer may support one or both of the following types of Internet access: ● Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 26
test the Internet service. NOTE: Your ISP will give you a user ID and password to access the Internet. Record Internet Wizard and instructions for using it, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet HP Notebook Reference Guide and information and Web site links provided in Help and Support - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 27
key. Setting up a new WLAN network Required equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● Your new wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have a built-in - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 28
To use the Windows tools to set up your network, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Set up a new connection or network > Set up a new network. Then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 29
5 Keyboard and pointing devices ● Using the keyboard ● Using pointing devices 21 - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 30
view and control the bass settings through the Windows operating system. To view and control the bass properties: Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Beats and System Diagnostics" chapter in the HP Notebook Reference Guide for instructions. 22 Chapter 5 Keyboard and pointing devices - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 31
to your computer. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting and links to support specialists. f2 Decreases the screen volume incrementally when you hold down this key. f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound. f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off. NOTE: This key does - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 32
Using pointing devices NOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USB mouse (purchased separately) by connecting it to one of the USB ports on the computer. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 33
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 like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse. Tapping (or clicking) Tap or double-tap the TouchPad as you would with the left - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 34
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. Click the or right motion. NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed. NOTE: Two-finger scrolling is enabled at the factory. 26 Chapter - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 35
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 Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 36
6 Maintenance ● Inserting or removing the battery ● Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ● Replacing the memory module Inserting or removing the battery NOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. Inserting the battery To insert the battery: ▲ - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 37
of information, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. 1. Slide the battery/service access cover latch (1) to release the battery. 2. Pivot the battery (2) upward and lift it out of the computer (3). Inserting or removing the - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 38
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive CAUTION: To prevent information loss or from the AC outlet and remove the battery. 4. Slide the battery/service access cover latch (1) to release the service access cover. 5. Slide the service access cover toward the rear of the computer (2), and then remove the - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 39
8. Pull up on the hard drive tab (3) and then remove the hard drive (4) from the hard drive bay at an angle. Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 31 - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 40
bay. 2. Lower the hard drive (2) into the hard drive bay. 3. Replace the Phillips screw (3). 4. Connect the hard drive connector cable (4) to the computer. 5. Lower the service access cover onto the computer (1) and then slide the cover (2) toward the battery bay until the battery - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 41
7. Reconnect external power and external devices. 8. Turn on the computer. Replacing or upgrading the hard drive 33 - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 42
external devices connected to the computer. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and remove the battery. 4. Remove the service access cover (see Replacing or upgrading the hard drive on page 30). 5. Remove the existing memory module: a. Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 43
edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module. To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container. 6. Insert the new memory module: CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Do not touch the components - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 44
module, until the retention clips snap into place. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend the memory module. 7. Replace the service access cover (see Replacing or upgrading the hard drive on page 30). 8. Replace the battery. 9. Reconnect external power and - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 45
your information Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your information and restore it if ever : ● Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software feature) ● Performing a system restore (from the partition, - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 46
reinstalled manually. NOTE: Recovery discs have been included if your computer does not have a recovery partition. Creating restore media HP recommends Start > All Programs > HP > HP Recovery Manager > HP Recovery Media Creation. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. 38 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 47
its own built-in repair features, such as System Restore. If you have not already tried these features, try them before using HP Recovery Manager. ● HP Recovery Manager restores only software that was preinstalled at the factory. Software not provided with this computer must be downloaded from the - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 48
recorded TV shows, documents, spreadsheets and presentations, e-mails, Internet favorites and settings during this process. To restore the computer screen. 2. Click System Recovery in the HP Recovery Manager window. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring using the restore media 1. If - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 49
Changing the computer boot order To change the boot order for recovery discs: 1. Restart the computer. 2. Press esc while the computer is restarting, and then press f9 for boot options. 3. Select Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive from the boot options window. To change the boot order for recovery flash - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 50
it may take over an hour. To create a backup: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Backup and Restore. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to schedule and create a backup. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of the computer. You may be - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 51
reverse the restoration. Create a system restore point 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. 2. In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. Click the System Protection tab. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 52
If the information provided in this user guide, in the HP Notebook Reference Guide, or in Help and Support does not address your questions, you can contact HP Customer Support at: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP NOTE: For worldwide support, click Contact HP worldwide on the left side of the page - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 53
you troubleshoot system problems or support. The serial number label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot affixed under the service access cover. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 54
9 Specifications ● Input power ● Operating environment 46 Chapter 9 Specifications - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 55
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 Rating 19 - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 56
Operating environment Factor Temperature Operating (writing to optical disc) 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. - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 57
brightness 23 Help and Support 23 identifying 9 increase screen battery, inserting 28 battery, removing 29 battery/service access cover latch, identifying 14 Beats Audio 2, 22 using 22 HP Recovery Manager 39 I input power 47 internal microphone, identifying 13 Internet connection setup 19 - HP Mini 210-3000 | Getting Started HP Notebook - Windows 7 - Page 58
7 power 7 TouchPad 6 webcam 13 wireless 7 M memory module inserting 35 removing 34 replacing 34 Microsoft Certificate of computer 45 setup of WLAN 19 slots Digital Media 11 speakers, identifying 10 supported discs 38 system recovery 39 system restore points 43 T TouchPad using 24 TouchPad
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