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							ItemComponentFunction
(3)Info buttonLaunches Info Center, which provides shortcuts, such as the
following:
●HP 3D DriveGuard—Controls settings for software that
protects the hard drive by parking the drive when the
computer is dropped or moved.
●HP Software Setup—Installs preloaded applications to
make them accessible to the user.
●HP Wireless Assistant—Turns wireless devices on or
off.
NOTE:If a wireless device is disabled in Computer
Setup, it must first be reenabled in Computer Setup before
it can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant.
●System Information—Describes the memory, processor
speed, BIOS (basic input-output system) and other
essential information about your computer system.
NOTE:Click the Advanced button to see more
information about your system.
●User Guides—Provide specific details about the
computer, including your components, power, drives,
multimedia, security, and wireless features.
NOTE:After you configure QuickLook 2, you can open this
feature by pressing the info button when the computer is off or
in Hibernation.
(4)Presentation buttonOpens the Presentation Options window, where you can start
a frequently used presentation, file, program, or Web site. You
can also adjust display settings for optimum viewing.
(5)Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
NOTE:You must set up or access a wireless network to
establish a wireless connection.
(6)Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
(7)Volume scroll zoneAdjusts speaker volume. Slide your finger to the left to decrease
volume and to the right to increase volume. You can also press
and hold the minus (-) sign to decrease volume, or press and
hold the plus (+) sign to increase volume.
(8)Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
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							Keys
ItemComponentFunction
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function key or the esc key.
(3)Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
(4)Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(5)Embedded numeric keypad keysCan be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
(6)Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
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							TouchPad
ItemComponentFunction
(1)TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(2)Left TouchPad button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)Fingerprint reader (select models only)Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
(4)Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(5)TouchPad scroll zoneFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Mouse.
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							Front components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Wireless light●Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
local area network (WLAN) device, an HP Broadband
Wireless Module, and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(2)Power light●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating
should be connected.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(3)Battery light●Amber: A battery is charging.
●Turquoise: A battery is close to full charge capacity.
●Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power
source has reached a low battery level. When the battery
reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins
blinking rapidly.
●Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power
source, the light turns off when all batteries in the
computer are fully charged. If the computer is not plugged
into an external power source, the light stays off until the
battery reaches a low battery level.
(4)Drive light●Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
●Amber (select models only): HP 3D DriveGuard has
temporarily parked the hard drive.
(5)Display release latchOpens the computer.
(6)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(7)Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television
audio.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the headphone jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
(8)Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
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							Right-side components
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Media Card Reader (select models only)Supports the following optional digital card formats:
●Memory Stick
●Memory Stick Pro
●MultiMediaCard
●MultiMediaCard Plus
●Secure Digital Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity Memory Card
●xD-Picture Card
●xD-Picture Card Type H
●xD-Picture Card Type M
(2)USB ports (2) (select models only)Connect optional USB devices.
(3)Optical driveReads an optical disc.
(4)Serial port Connects an optional device, such as a modem, mouse, or
printer.
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							ItemComponentFunction
(1)Media Card Reader (select models only)Supports the following optional digital card formats:
●Memory Stick
●Memory Stick Pro
●MultiMediaCard
●MultiMediaCard Plus
●Secure Digital Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity Memory Card
●xD-Picture Card
●xD-Picture Card Type H
●xD-Picture Card Type M
(2)USB ports (2) (select models only)Connect optional USB devices.
(3)Optical driveConnect optional USB devices.
(4)RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
(5)Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE:The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent,
but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
Left-side components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: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)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
(4)1394 port (select models only)Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a
camcorder.
(5)ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCards.
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							Rear components
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE:The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent,
but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
(2)RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
(3)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(4)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5)S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television,
VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.
ItemComponentFunction
(1)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(2)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(3)S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television,
VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.
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							Bottom components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
(3)SIM slot (select models only)Contains a WWAN SIM. The SIM slot is located inside the
battery bay.
(4)Accessory battery connectorConnects an optional accessory battery.
(5)Vents (5)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: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.
(6)Expansion memory module compartmentContains the expansion memory module slot and the WLAN
module.
CAUTION:To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the
wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use
in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates
wireless devices in your country or region. If you replace the
module and then receive a warning message, remove the
module to restore computer functionality, and then contact
technical support through Help and Support.
(7)Bluetooth module compartment (select models
only)Contains a Bluetooth device.
(8)Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive.
(9)Docking connector (select models only) Connects an optional docking device.
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							3 Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
The service tag, affixed to the bottom of the computer, provides information that may be needed when
troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information:
(1) Product name: This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
(2) Serial number (s/n): This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
(3) Part number/Product number (p/n): This number provides specific information about the products
hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and
parts are needed.
(4) Model description: This is the number used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the
computer.
(5) Warranty period: Describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer.
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag.
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							Computer major components
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
(1) 15.4-inch display assemblies (include 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables)
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