HP Notebook computer User manual

User Guide

Development Company, L.P.

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.

First Edition: September 2013

Document Part Number: 741337-001

Product notice

This guide describes features that are

common to most models. Some features

may not be available on your computer.

Software terms

By installing, copying, downloading, or

otherwise using any software product

preinstalled on this computer, you agree to

be bound by the terms of the HP End User

License Agreement (EULA). If you do not

accept these license terms, your sole

remedy is to return the entire unused

product (hardware and software) within 14

days for a refund subject to the refund

policy of your place of purchase.

For any further information or to request a

full refund of the computer, please contact

your local point of sale (the seller).

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 optional printer, or a soft

surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to

come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation.

The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined

by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).

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iv Safety warning notice

Table of contents

1 Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................................................... 1

Right side ............................................................................................................................................. 1

Left side ................................................................................................................................................ 2

Display .................................................................................................................................................. 3

TouchPad ............................................................................................................................................. 4

Buttons ................................................................................................................................................. 5

Bottom .................................................................................................................................................. 6

Labels ................................................................................................................................................... 7

2 Using TouchPad gestures .............................................................................................................................. 8

Scrolling ................................................................................................................................................ 8

Tapping ................................................................................................................................................ 9

3 Using the action keys ................................................................................................................................... 10

4 Power and Battery ........................................................................................................................................ 12

Factory-sealed Battery ....................................................................................................................... 12

5 More HP resources ....................................................................................................................................... 13

6 Electrostatic Discharge ................................................................................................................................ 14

Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 15

1 Getting to know your computer

Right side

Component Description

(1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

(2) AC adapter light ●White: AC adapter is attached

●Amber: Battery is charging.

●Blinking white: The AC adapter is connected and

battery capacity is low

●Off: Running on battery power.

(3) Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share, or

access information.

To insert a card:

Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the slot.

Insert the card into the slot, and then press in on the card

until it is firmly seated.

To remove a card:

Press in on the card until it pops out.

(4) USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,

mouse, external drive, printer, or USB hub.

(5) SIM slot (select models only) Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM).

Right side 1

Left side

Component Description

(1) 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.

(2) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a

high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio

device.

(3) USB 3.0 ports (2) Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB device, such

as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, or USB hub.

(4) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in

(microphone) combo jack

Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,

earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also

connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does

not support optional microphone-only devices.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust

the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a

headset. For additional safety information, see the

Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For further

information, please see More HP resources on page 13.

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the

computer speakers are disabled.

NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor

connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and

audio-in (microphone).

(5) Power light ●White: Computer is on

●Blinking white: Computer is in sleep mode

●Off: Computer is off

2 Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer

Display

NOTE: The position of the WLAN antennas differs according to model. If your model has WWAN

capability in addition to WLAN, the WLAN antennas will be are located below the display. See (1) in

the table below.

Component Description

(1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

local area networks (WLANs).

NOTE: To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you

need a broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (purchased

separately), high-speed Internet service, purchased from an

Internet service provider, and a wireless router (purchased

separately).

(2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.

(3) HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows you to

video conference and chat online using streaming video.

(4) Internal microphone Records sound.

(5) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed

while the power is on.

NOTE: The internal display switch is not visible from the

outside of the computer.

(6) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless

wide area networks (WWANs).

*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately

around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety and

Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.

Display 3

TouchPad

Component Description

(1) TouchPad zone Reads your finger gesture to move the pointer or activate

items on the screen.

For more information, see Using TouchPad gestures

on page 8.

4 Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer

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