Hp Mini 1103 User Manual

HP MiniUser Guide

2 Knowing the partsIdentifying the hardwareComponents included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapteridenti

LightsComponent Description(1) Caps lock light●White: Caps lock is on.●Off: Caps lock is off.(2) Mute light●Amber: Computer sound is off.●Off: Compu

KeysComponent Description(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed incombination with the fn key.(2) fn key Displays information about

Right-side componentsComponent Description(1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats:●Memory Stick●Memory Stick Pro

Component DescriptionNOTE: The security cable is designed to act as adeterrent, but it may not prevent the computer frombeing mishandled or stolen.(6)

Component DescriptionWARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,adjust the volume before putting on headphones,earbuds, or a headset. For addition

Bottom componentsComponent Description(1) Battery locking latch Locks the battery into the battery bay.(2) Battery bay Holds the battery.NOTE: The S

5. Lift the back edge (3) of the vanity cover, and then remove it from the computer (4).NOTE: It is normal for the vanity cover to flex slightly, and

3. Replace the battery (3).NOTE: For more information, refer to the section “Inserting or removing the battery,” later in thisguide.4. Reconnect the A

Component Description(2) WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesswide-area networks (WWA

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Component(1) Product name(2) Serial number(3) Product number(4) Warranty period(5) Model description (select models)●Microsoft Certificate of Authenti

3 Power managementSetting power optionsUsing power-saving statesThe computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation

Initiating and exiting HibernationThe system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 30 minutes of inactivity when running onbattery power

Customizing a power plan1. Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area and then click Power options.– or –Select Start > Control Panel &g

Connecting the AC adapterWARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily

WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, areplacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible batt

3. Slide the battery locking latch (3) to the right to lock the battery into the battery bay.To remove the battery:1. With the display closed, positio

The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter oran optional power adapter.The battery charges whether

Identifying low battery levelsThe computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level:●If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on

NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when thecomputer is off.To fully charge the battery:1. Insert t

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

To discharge a battery:1. Unplug the computer from its external power source, but do not turn off the computer.2. Run the computer on battery power un

●Use the f2 and f3 action keys to adjust screen brightness as needed.●If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer

If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shut down procedures, try thefollowing emergency procedures in the sequence pr

4InternetYour computer supports the following types of Internet access:●Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a broadband network using t

Connecting to a wired networkConnecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchasedseparately). If the network cab

Connecting to a wireless networkUsing wireless devicesWireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may beequi

Icon Name DescriptionNetwork (disabled/disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers areinstalled, no wireless connections are avai

Using Wireless Assistant softwareA wireless device can be turned on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. If a wireless device isdisabled by S

NOTE: The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably.●A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typi

(uninvited) or capture information being sent across it. However, you can take precautions to protectyour WLAN:●Use a wireless transmitter with built-

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NOTE: The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation,router manufacturer, and interference from other elec

Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only)HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use wireless wide area networks (WWANs) to accessthe Intern

To insert a SIM:1. Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn thecomputer on by sliding the power

3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat su

Using Bluetooth wireless devicesA Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cableconnections that tradit

5MultimediaMultimedia featuresYour computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and viewpictures. Your compu

Component Description(1) Internal microphone Records sound.(2) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.NOTE: To record videos, you nee

Adjusting the volumeYou can adjust the volume using the following computer volume action keys:●To decrease volume, press the volume down action key (f

NOTE: The external optical drive must be connected to a USB port on the computer, not to a USBport on another external device, such as a hub or dockin

Installing multimedia software from the Internet▲To install multimedia software from the Internet, go to the software manufacturer’s Web site andfollo

Table of contents1 Getting started2 Knowing the partsIdentifying the hardware ...

To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps:1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder.2. Click Star

WebcamYour computer includes an integrated webcam located at the top of the display. The webcam is an inputdevice that allows you to record video and

6SecurityProtecting the computerStandard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows SetupUtility can protect your

You can use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for a Windows security feature. You canalso use the same password for more than one Setu

Password FunctionNOTE: The administrator password can be used in place ofthe power-on password.NOTE: A power-on password is not displayed as it is set

Managing a power-on passwordTo set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer

There are two types of firewalls to consider:●Host-based firewalls—Software that protects only the computer it is installed on.●Network-based firewall

3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the cable lockwith the key.4. Remove the key and keep it in a

7 Digital cardsOptional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are oftenused with digital media–equipped c

Removing a digital cardCAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure tosafely remove the digital card

Using Battery Check ... 17Inserting or removing

8USB devicesUsing a USB deviceUniversal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional externaldevice, such as a USB

CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device.To remove a USB device:1. Click the Safely Remove Har

9 Pointing devices and keyboardSetting pointing device preferencesUse Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as

ScrollingScrolling is useful for moving up or down on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers on theTouchPad and drag them across the TouchPad i

Using the keyboardUsing the action keysAction keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard.To use an acti

Icon DescriptionMutes or restores speaker sound.Turns the wireless feature on or off.NOTE: This key does not establish a wireless connection. To estab

10 DrivesIdentifying installed drivesTo view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer.Handling drivesDrives are fragile comput

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information,observe these precautions:Before you move a computer

Using optional external devicesNOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which device port to use,refer to the manuf

11 Memory modulesThe computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer,beneath the vanity cover. The memory c

Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) ... 365 MultimediaMultimedia features ...

b. Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and gently pull the module out of the memorymodule slot.To protect a memory module after removal, place it

7. Follow the instructions in the section “Replacing the vanity cover,” earlier in this guide.8. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect e

12 Updating softwareUpdated versions of the software provided with your computer may be available on the HP Web site.Most software and BIOS updates on

Updating the BIOSTo update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you currently have and then download and installthe new BIOS.Determining the BI

NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator beforeinstalling any software updates, especially system BIOS updat

Updating programs and driversTo download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps:1. Access the page on the HP Web site that

13 Setup UtilityStarting Setup UtilitySetup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when yourWindows operat

●To select an item, press enter.●To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc.●To display additional navigation and selection informat

Setup Utility menusThe menu tables in this section provide an overview of the Setup Utility options.NOTE: Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed

Select To do this◦USB Card reader◦Network adapterNOTE: Only the devices attached to the system appear in theboot order menu.Diagnostics menuSelect To

Setting pointing device preferences ... 54Using pointi

IndexAAC adapterconnecting 16identifying 11action keyvolume down 38, 39volume mute 38, 39volume up 38, 39action keys 4administrator passwordcreatin

function keys 57Hhard drive self test 71hard drive, external 59hardware, identifying 2headphone (audio-out) jack 6,38headphones 6, 38Hibernationexiti

Security menu 70security, wireless 30selecting in Setup Utility 68serial number, computer 11setup of WLAN 30Setup Utilitypasswords set in 45setup, com

1 Getting startedYour HP computer's main operating system is Microsoft® Windows®.The Microsoft Windows operating system displays the desktop on t