Reference Guide
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Contents
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook
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Taking Inventory
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What
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To buy accessories
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To find more information
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Identifying Parts of the Notebook
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Front view
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Back view
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Bottom view
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Status lights
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Setting Up Your Notebook
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Step 1: Install the battery
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Step 2: Connect AC power
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Step 3: Connect a phone line
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Step 4: Turn on the notebook
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Step 5: Set up Windows
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Step 6: Register your notebook
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To connect to the Internet
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Basic Operation
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Operating Your Notebook
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To turn the notebook on and off
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To reset your notebook
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To change the boot device
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To use the touch pad
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To use the Fn hot keys
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To use the One-Touch buttons
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To use the Windows and Applications keys
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To use the embedded keypad
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To adjust the display
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To adjust the volume
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To insert or remove a CD or DVD
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To play DVD movies
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To create or copy CDs
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Securing Your Notebook
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To set up password protection
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To attach a security cable
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To protect against viruses
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Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC
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Taking Care of Your Notebook
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To protect your hard disk drive
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