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.
Description On: Computer sound is turned off. On: Caps lock is on. ■ Blinking green: The hard drive is being accessed. ■ Amber: HP Mobile Data Protection with accelerometer software has temporarily parked the internal hard drive. (Continued) Tablet PC Tour...
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Component Battery light Power light Wireless light Num lock light Tablet PC Tour Description 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.
Components Pointing devices Touchpad The pointing stick and TouchPad controls can be used interchangeably. The following illustration and table describe the computer pointing devices, which vary by model. Component Pointing stick Left pointing stick button TouchPad* 1–4 Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
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Component Left TouchPad button* Right TouchPad button* TouchPad scroll zone* Right pointing stick button *This table describes default settings. To view and change TouchPad preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse. Tablet PC Tour Description Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Components Buttons and reader Component Fingerprint reader Presentation button Volume mute button Volume down button Volume up button 1–6 Description Allows a fingerprint logon to Microsoft® Windows®, instead of a password logon. Starts the Presentation feature. Mutes and restores computer sound. Decreases computer sound.
Keys Component Function keys (6) ✎ Refer to the table in each hotkey. fn key Windows logo key Windows applications key Embedded numeric keypad keys (15) Tablet PC Tour Description Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. “Hotkey quick reference”...
Components Hotkey quick reference To perform this function Initiate standby Resume from standby Alternate between computer display and external display Display battery information Clear battery information Decrease screen brightness Increase screen brightness Display system information Clear system information 1–8 Press fn+f3 Slide the Power switch toward the front of the computer.
Pen-activated buttons Component Tablet PC Input Panel launch button* Rotate button* Q button* *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the Tablet PC Input Panel launch button, rotate button, and Q button, use your pen to press the Q button and click Tablet PC Settings. Tablet PC Tour Description When Windows is running, opens...
Components Display components Component Pen holder Pen eject button Rotating hinge Jog dial* 1–10 Description Secures the pen to the computer. Ejects the pen from the pen holder. Swivels the display and converts the computer from notebook mode into tablet PC mode or vice versa. Functions like enter and the up and down arrow keys on a standard keyboard:...
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Component Windows security button* Fingerprint reader *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the Windows security button and jog dial, refer to “Pointing Devices and Keyboard.” † To protect your work and the system, the ctrl+alt+delete command cannot be entered using the ctrl, alt, and del keys on the on-screen keyboard.
Components Front components Component Infrared port Bluetooth module (select models only) Å Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Rear components Component USB port RJ-11 (modem) jack RJ-45 (network) jack Power connector External monitor port S-Video-out jack Tablet PC Tour Description Connects an optional USB device. Connects a modem cable. Connects a network cable. Connects an AC adapter. Connects an optional external VGA monitor or projector.
Components Right-side components Component Audio-out (headphone) jack Audio-in (microphone) jack Powered USB port PC Card slot or optional smart card reader Digital Media slot 1–14 Description Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
Left-side components Component Security cable slot Ä The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Vent Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using 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, thick rugs, or clothing, to block airflow.
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Components Component Info Center button Power switch* Speaker *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the power features, refer to the user guides located in the Help and Support Center. 1–16 Description Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions.
Bottom components Component Docking connector Accessory battery connector Tablet PC Tour Description Connects the computer to an optional docking device. Connects an optional accessory battery. Components (Continued) 1–17...
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Components Component Vents (2) Ä To prevent overheating, do 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, thick rugs, or clothing, to block airflow.
Components Wireless antennae On select computer models, 2 wireless antennae send and receive wireless device signals. These antennae 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.
Components Pen components Component Pen tip Pen button Pen tether eyelet Pen eraser 1–20 Description Interacts with the tablet PC whenever the tip is touching the screen or within 1.27 cm (0.5 inch) of the screen. When tapped on or held over a pen-activated button, activates the button.
Additional hardware components Component HP Smart AC Adapter Power cord* Primary battery pack* Modem cable* Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required)* *Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Battery packs vary by model.
Components Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systems problems or travel internationally with the computer. ■ Service tag—Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of your computer.
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 might be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environments. Factor Temperature Operating (not writing to optical disc 0°C to 35°C...
DC power source, it is strongly recommended that the computer be powered only with an AC adapter or DC power cord supplied by or approved for an HP computer. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the...
AC adapter 1–13 accessory battery 1–17 accessory battery connector 1–17 altitude specifications 2–1 audio-in (microphone) jack 1–14 audio-out (headphone) jack 1–14 battery bay, primary 1–18 battery connector 1–17 battery light 1–3 battery pack accessory battery connector 1–17 battery bay 1–18 battery pack release latch 1–18 Bluetooth module 1–12 buttons...
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1–13 fingerprint reader 1–6 key 1–7 function keys 1–7 hard drive bay 1–18 headphone jack 1–14 hibernation, exiting 1–16 HP Smart AC Adapter 1–21 humidity specifications 2–1 Info Center button 1–16 infrared port 1–12 jacks audio-in (microphone) 1–14 audio-out (headphone) 1–14...
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pen eraser 1–20 pen holder 1–10 pen-activated buttons Q Menu 1–9 rotate 1–9 Tablet PC Input Panel launch 1–9 pointing stick buttons 1–4 pointing stick location 1–4 power connector 1–13 power light 1–3 power switch 1–16 presentation button 1–6 Q button 1–9 rated input power specifications 2–2 right pointing stick button 1–5...
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