HP Hewlett Packard Laptop 396853 001 User Manual

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Document Part Number: 396853-001  
March 2006  
This guide explains the computer hardware features.  
 
1
Components  
This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer.  
To see a list of hardware installed in the computer:  
1. Select Start > My Computer.  
2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View  
system information.  
3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager.  
You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations  
using Device Manager.  
Components included with the computer may vary by region  
and by model. The illustrations in this guide identify the  
standard external features included in most computer models.  
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Top components  
Lights  
Your computer may look slightly different from the  
illustrations in this chapter.  
Component  
Description  
1
Power lights*  
On: The computer is on.  
Blinking: The computer is in standby.  
Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a  
higher power rating should be  
connected.  
Off: The computer is off or in  
hibernation.  
2
Wireless lights (2)  
On: An integrated wireless device,  
such as a wireless local area network  
(LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®  
device is turned on.  
(Continued)  
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Components  
Component  
Description  
3
4
5
6
Light sensor  
Detects available light  
On: Caps lock is on.  
On: Num lock is on.  
Caps lock light  
Num lock light  
Volume mute light  
On: System sound is turned off.  
IDE (Integrated Drive  
Electronics) drive light  
Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive  
is being accessed.  
7
8
Battery light  
Amber: A battery pack is charging.  
Green: A battery pack is close to full  
charge capacity.  
Blinking amber: A battery pack that is  
the only available power source has  
reached a low-battery condition.  
When the battery reaches a critical  
low-battery condition, the battery light  
begins blinking more quickly.  
Off: If the computer is plugged into an  
external power source, the light is  
turned off when all batteries in the  
computer are fully charged. If the  
computer is not plugged into an  
external power source, the light is  
turned off until the battery reaches a  
low-battery condition.  
*There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The light on  
the power button is visible only when the computer is open; the other power  
light is always visible on the front of the computer.  
There are 2 wireless lights. Both display the same information. The light  
on the wireless button is visible only when the computer is open; the other  
wireless light is always visible on the front of the computer.  
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Components  
Pointing devices  
Your computer may look slightly different from the  
illustrations in this chapter.  
The pointing stick (select models only) and TouchPad controls  
can be used interchangeably. The following illustration and table  
describe the computer pointing devices, which vary by model.  
Component  
Description  
Fingerprint reader  
(select models only)*  
Allows a fingerprint logon to  
Microsoft® Windows® instead of a  
password logon. On select models, a  
center button replaces the fingerprint  
reader.  
1
Left pointing stick button  
(select models only)  
Functions like the left button on an  
external mouse.  
2
3
Pointing stick  
(select models only)  
Moves the pointer and selects or  
activates items on the screen.  
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Component  
Description  
Center pointing stick button  
(select models only)  
Functions like the center button on an  
external mouse.  
4
Right pointing stick button  
(select models only)  
Functions like the right button on an  
external mouse.  
5
TouchPad scroll zone*  
Right TouchPad button  
Scrolls up or down.  
6
7
Functions like the right button on an  
external mouse.  
Center TouchPad button  
(select models only)  
Functions like the center button on an  
external mouse. On select models, a  
fingerprint reader replaces the center  
button.  
8
Left TouchPad button*  
TouchPad*  
Functions like the left button on an  
external mouse.  
9
-
Moves the pointer and selects or  
activates items on the screen. Can be  
set to perform other mouse functions,  
such as scrolling, selecting, and  
double-clicking.  
*This table describes default settings.To view and change TouchPad  
preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other  
Hardware > Mouse.  
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Components  
Buttons and switches  
Component  
Description  
1
Power button*  
When the computer is  
Off, press to turn on the computer.  
In standby, briefly press to exit  
standby.  
In hibernation, briefly press to exit  
hibernation.  
If the computer has stopped  
responding and Windows shutdown  
procedures cannot be used, press  
and hold the power button for at least  
5 seconds to turn off the computer.  
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Components  
Component  
2 Info Center button  
Description  
Launches Info Center, which enables  
you to open the following software  
solutions: Altiris Local Recovery,  
Contact HP, Help and Support,  
Accessories Product Tour (Options  
Demo), ProtectTools Security  
Manager, Software Setup, System  
Information, and Wireless Assistant.  
3
Wireless button*  
Turns the wireless feature on or off,  
but does not create a wireless  
connection.  
To establish a wireless  
connection, a wireless network  
must already be set up.  
Starts the Presentation feature.  
Mutes system sound.  
4
5
6
7
8
Presentation button  
Volume mute button  
Volume down button  
Volume up button  
Calculator button  
Decreases system volume.  
Increases system volume.  
Turns on Windows calculator function.  
*This table describes default settings. For information about changing  
default settings, refer to the user guides located in the Help and Support  
Center.  
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Components  
Keys  
Component  
Description  
esc key  
Displays system information when  
pressed in combination with the fn key.  
1
fn key  
Executes frequently used system  
functions when pressed in combination  
with a function key or the esc key.  
2
3
Windows logo key  
Displays the Microsoft Windows  
Start menu.  
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Components  
Component  
Description  
4
5
6
Windows applications key  
Displays a shortcut menu for items  
beneath the pointer.  
Integrated numeric keypad  
Function keys  
Can be used like the keys on an  
external numeric keypad.  
Execute frequently used system  
functions when pressed in  
combination with the fn key.  
Refer to the table in “Hotkey  
quick reference” for a  
description of each hotkey.  
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Components  
Hotkey quick reference  
To perform this function  
Display system information  
Clear system information  
Initiate standby  
Press  
fn+esc  
esc or enter  
fn+f3  
Resume from standby  
Power button  
fn+f4  
Alternate between computer  
display and external display  
View battery information  
Clear battery information  
Decrease screen brightness  
Increase screen brightness  
Turn on and off light sensor  
fn+f8  
fn+f8  
fn+f9  
fn+f10  
fn+f11  
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Components  
Front components  
Component  
Description  
1
Wireless light  
On: An integrated wireless device,  
such as a wireless local area network  
(LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®  
device is turned on.  
2
Power light  
On: The computer is on.  
Blinking: The computer is in standby.  
Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a  
higher power rating should be  
connected.  
Off: The computer is off or  
in hibernation.  
(Continued)  
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Components  
Component  
Battery light  
Description  
Amber: A battery pack is charging.  
3
Green: A battery pack is close to full  
charge capacity.  
Blinking amber: A battery pack that is  
the only available power source has  
reached a low-battery condition.  
When the battery reaches a critical  
low-battery condition, the battery light  
begins blinking more quickly.  
Off: If the computer is plugged into an  
external power source, the light is  
turned off when all batteries in the  
computer are fully charged. If the  
computer is not plugged into an  
external power source, the light is  
turned off until the battery reaches a  
low-battery condition.  
4
IDE (Integrated Drive  
Electronics) drive light  
Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive  
is being accessed.  
5
6
Speakers (2)  
Produce system sound.  
Opens the computer.  
Display release latch  
7
Digital Media Slot  
Supports 7 optional digital card  
formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory  
Card, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick,  
Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick Duo  
(with adapter), SmartMedia card, and  
xD-Picture Card.  
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Components  
Rear components  
Component  
Description  
1
Security cable slot  
Attaches an optional security cable  
to the computer.  
The security cable is designed  
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to act as a deterrent, but may  
not prevent the computer from  
being mishandled or stolen.  
2
Vent*  
Provides airflow to cool internal  
components.  
To prevent overheating, do  
Ä
not obstruct vents. Use the  
computer only on a hard, flat  
surface. Do not allow another  
hard surface, such as an  
adjoining optional printer, or a  
soft surface, such as pillows or  
thick rugs or clothing, to block  
airflow.  
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  
3
RJ-11 (modem) jack  
Connects a modem cable.  
*Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location.  
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Components  
Right-side components  
Component  
Description  
1
Audio-out (headphone) jack  
Produces system stereo sound when  
connected to optional powered stereo  
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a  
headset, or television audio.  
2
3
Audio-in (microphone) jack  
USB ports (2)  
Connects an optional headset or  
microphone.  
Connect USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant  
devices to the computer using a  
standard USB cable. Either port can  
also connect an optional External  
MultiBay II to the computer. The  
MultiBay II must be plugged into  
an external power source.  
4
5
6
Optical drive  
Reads an optical disc.  
Optical drive button  
RJ-45 (network) jack  
Releases the media tray.  
Connects a network cable.  
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Components  
Left-side components  
Component  
Description  
Provides airflow to cool internal  
1
Vent*  
components.  
To prevent overheating, do  
Ä
not obstruct vents. Use the  
computer only on a hard, flat  
surface. Do not allow another  
hard surface, such as an  
adjoining optional printer, or a  
soft surface, such as pillows or  
thick rugs or clothing, to block  
airflow.  
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.  
2
3
Power connector  
Connects an AC adapter or an  
optional power adapter.  
External monitor port  
Connects an external monitor.  
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Components  
Component  
Description  
4
S-Video-out jack  
Connects an optional S-Video  
device such as a television, VCR,  
camcorder, overhead projector, or  
video capture card.  
5
USB ports (2)  
Connect USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant  
devices to the computer using a  
standard USB cable. Either port can  
also connect an optional External  
MultiBay II to the computer. The  
MultiBay II must be plugged into  
an external power source.  
6
7
1394 port  
Connects an optional IEEE 1394  
device, such as a camcorder.  
PC Card slot  
Supports optional Type I and Type II  
32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards.  
8
9
Smart card slot  
Supports optional smart cards.  
PC Card eject button  
Ejects the PC Card from the  
PC Card slot.  
*Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location.  
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Components  
Bottom components  
Component  
Description  
Hard drive bay  
Holds the hard drive.  
1
2
Expansion memory module  
and Mini Card compartment  
Contains the expansion memory  
module slot. and a wireless LAN  
device.  
To prevent an unresponsive  
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system and the display of a  
warning message, replace  
with only a Mini Card device  
authorized for use in the  
computer by the governmental  
agency that regulates wireless  
devices in your country. If you  
replace a a device and then  
receive a warning messsage,  
remove the device torestore  
computer functionality. Then  
contact Customer Care.  
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Components  
Component  
Description  
3
Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory  
battery.  
4
Primary battery pack release Release the primary battery pack from  
latches (2)  
the battery bay.  
5
6
Primary battery bay  
Docking connector  
Holds the primary battery pack.  
Connect the computer to an optional  
docking device.  
7
Vents*  
Provide airflow to cool internal  
components.  
To prevent overheating, do  
Ä
not obstruct vents. Use the  
computer only on a hard, flat  
surface. Do not allow another  
hard surface, such as an  
adjoining optional printer, or a  
soft surface, such as pillows or  
thick rugs or clothing, to block  
airflow.  
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.  
*Depending on computer model, vents vary in number and location.  
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Components  
Wireless antennae  
There are 2 wireless antennae that send and receive wireless  
device signals. They are not visible from the outside of the  
computer.  
For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer  
to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in  
the Help and Support Center.  
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Components  
Additional hardware components  
Component  
Description  
1
Power cord*  
Connects an AC adapter to an  
AC outlet.  
2
3
AC adapter  
Converts AC power to DC power.  
Primary battery pack*  
Powers the computer when the  
computer is not plugged into  
external power.  
*Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by  
region and country.  
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Components  
Labels  
The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may  
need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel  
internationally with the computer.  
Service tag—Provides the product name, product number  
(P/N), and serial number (S/N) of your computer. Have this  
information available when you contact Customer Care. The  
service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.  
The information on the service tag is also available through  
the Help and Support Center.  
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the  
Microsoft Windows Product Key. You may need the Product  
Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This  
certificate is affixed to the bottom of the computer.  
Wireless certification label(s)—Provide information about  
optional wireless devices and the approval markings on  
some of the countries in which the devices have been  
approved for use. An optional device may be a wireless local  
area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth®  
device. If your computer model includes one or more  
wireless devices, one or more certification labels are included  
with your computer. You may need this information when  
traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are  
affixed to the bottom of the computer.  
Modem approval label—Provides regulatory information  
about the modem and lists the agency approval markings  
required by some of the countries in which the modem has  
been approved for use. You may need this information when  
traveling internationally. The modem approval label is affixed  
to the bottom of the computer.  
Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the  
computer. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of  
the computer.  
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2
Specifications  
The following sections provide information on the operating  
environment specifications and power specifications of the  
computer.  
Operating environment  
The operating environment information in the following table  
may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in  
extreme environments.  
Factor  
Metric  
U.S.  
Temperature  
Operating (not writing to optical disc)  
Operating (writing to optical disc)  
Nonoperating  
0°C to 35°C  
5°C to 35°C  
-20°C to 60°C  
32°F to 95°F  
41°F to 95°F  
-4°F to 140°F  
Relative humidity (noncondensing)  
Operating  
10% to 90%  
5% to 95%  
10% to 90%  
5% to 95%  
Nonoperating  
Maximum altitude (unpressurized)  
Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*)  
Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*)  
-15 m to 3,048 m  
-50 ft to 10,000 ft  
-15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft  
*Pounds per square inch absolute (psia) is another unit of measurement for  
altitude.  
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Specifications  
Rated input power  
The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan  
to travel internationally with your computer.  
The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by  
an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be  
powered from a stand-alone DC power source, it is strongly  
recommended that the computer be powered only with an  
AC adapter or a DC power cord supplied by or approved for  
an HP computer.  
The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the  
following specifications.  
Input power  
Rating  
Operating voltage  
Operating current  
18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W  
3.5 A  
This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with  
phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms.  
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Index  
1394 port 1–16  
presentation 1–7  
volume 1–7  
A
altitude specifications 2–1  
antennae 1–19  
C
applications key, Windows  
1–9  
cables  
modem 1–13, 1–14  
audio-in (microphone) jack  
1–14  
audio-out (headphone) jack  
1–14  
USB 1–14, 1–16  
calculator button 1–7  
caps lock light 1–3  
Certificate of Authenticity  
label 1–21  
compartments, expansion  
memory module 1–17  
components  
B
battery bay 1–18  
battery light, identifying 1–3,  
1–12  
battery pack release latch 1–18  
battery pack, identifying 1–20  
bays  
bottom 1–17  
front 1–11  
left-side 1–15  
rear 1–13  
right-side 1–14  
top 1–2  
battery 1–18  
hard drive 1–17  
Bluetooth label 1–21  
buttons  
calculator 1–7  
Info Center 1–7  
mute 1–7  
optical drive 1–14  
PC Card slot eject 1–16  
power 1–6  
connectors  
docking 1–18  
power 1–15  
travel battery 1–18  
cord, power, identifying 1–20  
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Index  
D
Digital Media Slot, location  
1–12  
jacks  
audio-in (microphone)  
display release latch 1–12  
docking connector 1–18  
drives  
1–14  
audio-out (headphone)  
hard 1–17  
optical 1–14  
RJ-11 (modem) 1–13  
S-Video-out 1–16  
E
K
eject button, PC Card slot 1–16  
environmental specifications  
2–1  
keypad keys 1–9  
keys  
exhaust vents 1–13, 1–15,  
1–18  
esc 1–8  
fn 1–8  
external monitor port 1–15  
function 1–9  
Windows applications 1–9  
F
fingerprint reader 1–4  
fn key 1–8  
L
function keys 1–9  
H
Microsoft Certificate of  
Authenticity 1–21  
wireless certification 1–21  
latches  
battery pack release 1–18  
display release 1–12  
light sensor 1–3  
lights  
hard drive bay, identifying  
1–17  
headphone (audio-out) jack  
1–14  
hotkeys, Quick Reference  
1–10  
humidity specifications 2–1  
I
IDE drive light 1–12  
IEEE 1394 port 1–16  
Info Center button 1–7  
caps lock 1–3  
IDE drive 1–12  
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Index  
mute 1–3  
num lock 1–3  
power 1–2  
P
ports  
wireless 1–2  
lock, security cable 1–13  
external monitor 1–15  
M
memorymodulecompartment,  
expansion 1–17  
Memory Stick 1–12  
Memory Stick Duo 1–12  
Memory Stick Pro 1–12  
microphone (audio-in) jack  
1–14  
Microsoft Certificate of  
Authenticity label 1–21  
modem approval label 1–21  
modem cable 1–14  
monitor port, external 1–15  
MultiMediaCard 1–12  
mute button 1–7  
power light 1–2, 1–11  
notebook 1–21  
R
regulatory information  
modem approval label  
1–21  
mute light 1–3  
wireless certification labels  
1–21  
N
network (RJ-45) jack 1–14  
network cable 1–14  
num lock light 1–3  
release latch  
RJ-45 (network) jack 1–14  
RJ-45 network cable 1–14  
O
operating environment  
specifications 2–1  
operating system  
Microsoft Certificate of  
Authenticity label 1–21  
Product Key 1–21  
S
scroll zone, TouchPad 1–5  
Secure Digital (SD) Memory  
Card 1–12  
optical drive button 1–14  
optical drive, identifying 1–14  
security cable slot 1–13  
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Index  
serial number, notebook 1–21  
service tag 1–21  
slots  
V
vents 1–13, 1–15, 1–18  
6-in-1 Digital Media 1–12  
memory 1–17  
PC Card 1–16  
security cable 1–13  
smart card 1–16  
W
Windows applications key 1–9  
Windows logo key 1–8  
wireless antennae 1–19  
wireless button 1–7  
wireless certification label  
1–21  
Smart AC Adapter, identifying  
1–20  
smart card slot 1–16  
SmartMedia (SM) card 1–12  
speakers 1–12  
wireless label 1–21  
wireless light 1–2, 1–11  
X
specifications  
operating environment 2–1  
rated input power 2–2  
S-Video-out jack 1–16  
xD-Picture Card 1–12  
T
TouchPad, described 1–5  
travel battery connector 1–18  
traveling with notebook  
environmental  
specifications 2–2  
modem approval label  
1–21  
wireless certification labels  
1–21  
U
USB cable 1–14, 1–16  
USB ports, identifying 1–14,  
1–16  
Index–4  
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© Copyright 2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.  
Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. Bluetooth is a  
trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company  
under license.  
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The  
only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express  
warranty statements accompanying 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.  
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Document Part Number: 396853-001  
 

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