HP g4-1107nr User Manual

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2 Getting to know your computer●Top●Front●Right side●Left side●Display●BottomTopTouchPadComponent Description(1) TouchPad light●Amber: The TouchPad

Component Description(2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap theTouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on

ButtonsComponent Description Power button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on thecomputer.●When the computer is on, press the butto

KeysComponent Description(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combinationwith the fn key.(2) fn key Displays system information

FrontComponent DescriptionSpeakers (2) Produce sound.8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer

Right sideComponent Description(1) Optical drive Reads and writes to an optical disc.(2) Optical drive light●Green: The optical drive is being acc

Left sideComponent Description(1) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.(2) Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal

Component Description(9) Power light●White: The computer is on.●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.●Off: The computer is off or in Hib

DisplayComponent Description(1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesslocal area networks (WLAN).(2) Webcam

BottomComponent Description(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.(2) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.(3) Vents (5) Ena

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3Networking●Using an Internet service provider (ISP)●Connecting to a wireless networkNOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on c

Using an Internet service provider (ISP)Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an ISP account. Contact a local ISP topurchase Inte

Connecting to an existing WLAN1. Turn on the computer.2. Be sure that the WLAN device is on.3. Click the network icon in the notification area, at the

Configuring a wireless routerFor help in setting up a WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or yourISP.The Windows opera

4 Keyboard and pointing devices●Using the keyboard●Using pointing devices18 Chapter 4 Keyboard and pointing devices

Using the keyboardUsing the action keysAction keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard. Theicons on t

f10 Increases speaker volume incrementally when you hold down this key.f11 Mutes or restores speaker sound.f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off.NO

Using pointing devicesNOTE: In addition to the pointing devices included with your computer, you can use an external USBmouse (purchased separately) b

NavigatingTo move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the pointer to go.SelectingUse the left and right TouchP

Using TouchPad gesturesThe TouchPad supports a variety of gestures. To use TouchPad gestures, place two fingers on theTouchPad at the same time.NOTE:

Safety warning noticeWARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do notplace the computer directly on

Pinching/ZoomingPinching allows you to zoom in or out on images or text.●Zoom in by placing two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then moving them

5 Maintenance●Inserting or removing the battery●Replacing or upgrading the hard drive●Adding or replacing memory modulesInserting or removing the batt

CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss ofinformation. To prevent loss of information, save your wor

Replacing or upgrading the hard driveCAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:Shut down the computer before removing the hard dr

6. Disconnect the hard drive cable (1), and then lift the hard drive (2) out of the hard drive bay.28 Chapter 5 Maintenance

Installing a hard drive1. Lower the hard drive (1) into the hard drive bay, and then connect the hard drive cable (2).2. Align the tabs on the hard dr

5. Replace the battery.6. Reconnect AC power and external devices to the computer.7. Turn on the computer.Adding or replacing memory modulesThe comput

5. Lift the memory module compartment cover (2) away from the computer.6. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module:a. P

7. Insert a new memory module:CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edgesonly. Do not touch the components on

10. Tighten the memory module compartment cover screws (3).11. Replace the battery.12. Reconnect AC power and external devices to the computer.13. Tur

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6 Backup and recovery●Restore●Creating restore media●Performing a system restore●Backing up and recovering your informationYour computer includes tool

RestoreIn the event of hard drive failure, to restore your system to its factory image you will need a set of recoverydiscs or a recovery flash drive

Performing a system restoreHP Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory state.HP Recovery Manager

3. Press f9 at system bootup.4. Select the optical drive or the flash drive.5. Follow the on-screen instructions.Changing the computer boot orderTo ch

To create a screen shot:1. Display the screen you want to save.2. Copy the screen image:To copy only the active window, press alt+prt sc.To copy the e

Create a system restore point1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System.2. In the left pane, click System protection.3. C

7 Customer support●Contacting customer support●Labels40 Chapter 7 Customer support

Contacting customer supportIf the information provided in this user guide, in the HP Notebook Reference Guide, or in Help andSupport does not address

LabelsThe labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the comp

8 Specifications●Input power●Operating environment43

Table of contents1 WelcomeFinding information ...

Input powerThe power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer.The computer operates on DC po

Operating environmentFactor Metric U.S.TemperatureOperating (writing to optical disc)5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°FNonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°FR

IndexAAC adapter light, identifying 9action keysdecrease screenbrightness 19Help and Support 19identifying 7increase screen brightness 19next track 19

memory module compartment,identifying 13microphone (audio-in) jack,identifying 10Microsoft Certificate of Authenticitylabel 42mouse, externalsetting p

Pinching/Zooming ... 24Rotating ...

1Welcome●Finding informationAfter you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:●Connect to the Internet—Set up yo

Finding informationThe computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.Resources For information aboutQuick Setup poster●How t

Resources For information about– or –Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo.Worldwide Telephone Numbers bookletThis booklet is provided with your computer.HP su