HP Dv6 6108Us User Manual

Getting StartedHP Notebook

What's new?Beats Audio (select models only)Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining aclea

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

Resources For information aboutSafety & Comfort GuideTo access this guide:Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.– or –Select Start &

2 Getting to know your computer● Top●Front●Right side●Left side●Display●Rear●Bottom5

TopTouchPadComponent Description(1) TouchPad light ●On: The TouchPad is off.● Off: The TouchPad is on.(2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad

LightsComponent Description(1) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.(2)Power light ● White: The computer is on.●Blinking white: The computer is in th

Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)Component Description(1)Power button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn

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

FrontComponent Description(1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats:● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card●Secure Digital Extended

Right sideComponent Description(1) Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.(2) Optical drive light ● Green: The opt

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Left sideComponent Description(1) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to coolinternal co

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

RearComponent DescriptionVent Enables airflow to cool internal components.NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internalcomponents an

BottomComponent Description(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.(2)Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay, and releases thehar

3Networking● 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 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

Setting up a new WLAN networkRequired equipment:● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased froman Interne

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

Icon Key Descriptionf11 Mutes or restores speaker sound.f12 Turns the wireless feature on or off.NOTE: This key does not establish a wireless connecti

Function Hotkey DescriptionControl the bass settings(select models only).fn+b Increases or decreases the Beats Audio bass settings (select modelsonly)

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 like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse.Using TouchPad gesturesThe TouchPad supports a va

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

5 Maintenance● Inserting or removing the battery●Replacing or upgrading the hard drive●Adding or replacing memory modules29

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

3. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it from the computer (3).Replacing or upgrading the hard driveCAUTION: To prevent information loss or an un

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6. Slide the battery release latch (1) until the cover is released, and then lift up and remove thecover (2).7. Disconnect the hard drive cable (1) fr

Installing a hard drive1. Insert the hard drive (1) into the hard drive bay.2. Replace the 4 hard drive screws (2).3. Connect the hard drive cable (3)

6. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.7. Turn on the computer.34 Chapter 5 Maintenance

Adding or replacing memory modulesThe computer has two memory module slots. The memory module slots are located on the bottom ofthe computer under the

7. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module:a. Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module.The

9. Replace the memory module compartment cover:a. With the battery bay toward you, position the memory module compartment cover (1) at a45-degree angl

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

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

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

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

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Backing up and recovering your informationIt is very important to back up your files and keep any new software in a safe place. As you add newsoftware

Using Windows Backup and RestoreGuidelines:● Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process.●Allow enough time

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

7 Customer support● Contacting customer support●Labels45

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 environment48 Chapter 8 Specifications

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 (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°FNonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F

IndexAaction keysdecrease screen brightness22Help and Support 22identifying 9increase screen brightness 22next track or section 22play, pause, resume

Using the integrated numeric keypad ... 24Using pointing devices ...

wireless certification 47WLAN 47latch, battery release 15lightsbattery 11caps lock 7fingerprint reader 7hard drive 11mute 7optical drive 11power 7, 11

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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:●Connect to the