HP A6X41UAR#ABA User Manual

Getting StartedHP Notebook

What's new?Beats AudioBeats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining aclear sound. Beats Audio

Finding informationThe computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.Resource ContentsInstructions for setting up the comput

Resource ContentsWorldwide Telephone Numbers bookletThis booklet is provided with your computer.HP customer support telephone numbersHP Web siteTo acc

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

Component Description(3) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on thescreen.(4) Left TouchPad button Functions like the l

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Component Description(1)Power button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn onthe computer.● When the computer is on, press the button bri

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

FrontComponent Description Speakers (2) Produce sound.10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer

Right sideComponent Description(1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats:●MultiMediaCard●Secure Digital (SD) Card● Secure D

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Left sideComponent Description(1)Power connector Connects an AC adapter.(2) Battery light●White: The computer is connected to external power.If a bat

DisplayComponent Description(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closedwhile the power is on.NOTE: T

BottomComponent Description(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.(2) SIM slot (select models only) Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM

3 HP QuickWeb (select models only)Getting startedThe HP QuickWeb environment provides a fun and engaging way to perform many of your favoriteactivitie

Starting HP QuickWeb▲To start HP QuickWeb, press the QuickWeb button when the computer is off or in Hibernation.The following table explains the diffe

4Networking● Using an Internet service provider (ISP)●Connecting to a wireless networkNOTE: Internet hardware and software features vary depending on

Using an Internet service provider (ISP)Before you can connect to the Internet, you must establish an account with an Internet serviceprovider (ISP).

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

5 Keyboard and pointing devices● Using the keyboard●Using pointing devices21

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

Using the keyboardIdentifying the hotkeysA hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or the b key (3)To use a hotkey:▲Brief

CAUTION: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility. Errors can prevent thecomputer from operating properly.Icon Key Descriptionf1 Opens He

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

Turning the TouchPad off and onTo turn the TouchPad off and on, quickly double-tap the TouchPad on/off button.NOTE: The TouchPad light is off when the

SelectingUse the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would use the corresponding buttons on an externalmouse.Using TouchPad gesturesThe TouchPad su

ScrollingScrolling is useful for moving up, down, or sideways on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingersslightly apart on the TouchPad, and then

6 Maintenance● Inserting or removing the battery●Replacing or upgrading the hard drive●Adding or replacing memory modules28 Chapter 6 Maintenance

Inserting or removing the batteryNOTE: For additional information on using the battery, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.Inserting the battery

2. Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery (3) from the computer.30 Chapter 6 Maintenance

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

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8. Pull up the hard drive tab (3), and then remove the hard drive (4) from the hard drive bay at anangle.Installing a hard drive1. Insert the rubber s

4. Connect the hard drive connector cable (4).5. Lower the service door onto the computer (1), and then slide the door (2) toward the battery bayuntil

Adding or replacing memory modulesThe computer has two memory module slots. The capacity of the computer can be upgraded byadding a memory module to t

b. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and then gently pull the memory module out ofthe memory module slot.CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memo

c. Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and rightedges of the memory module, until the retention clips snap int

7 Backup and recoveryYour computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard yourinformation and restore it if ever

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

To create a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive:1. Select Start > All Programs > Security and Protection > HP Recovery Manager &g

Restoring using the restore media1. If possible, back up all personal files.2. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive on your computer

Changing the computer boot orderTo change the boot order for recovery discs:1. Restart the computer.2. Press esc while the computer is restarting, and

Table of contents1 Welcome ...

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

Using Windows system restore pointsA system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific pointin time. You ca

8 Customer support● Contacting customer support●Labels44 Chapter 8 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

9 Specifications● Input power●Operating environment47

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

Operating environmentFactor Metric U.S.TemperatureOperating 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°FNonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°FRelative humidity (noncond

IndexAaction keysdecrease screen brightness23Help and Support 23identifying 9increase screen brightness 23next track 23play, pause, resume 23stop 23sw

lightsbattery 12caps lock 6hard drive 12mute 6power 6TouchPad 5webcam 13wireless 6Mmemory moduleinserting 35removing 34replacing 34Microsoft Certifica

Identifying the hotkeys ... 22Using the action key

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1Welcome● What's new?●Finding informationAfter you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:1. Set up your w