Hp Pavilion dv3-4001tx Entertainment Notebook PC User Manual

User Guide

Appendix B Software updates ... 10

Managing an administrator passwordTo set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the co

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

Using antivirus softwareWhen you use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you expose it to computerviruses. Computer viruses can

Using firewall softwareWhen you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be ableto gain access to the comput

Installing critical security updatesCAUTION: Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from securitybreaches and comp

Installing an optional security cableNOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer frombeing mishandle

Locating the fingerprint readerThe fingerprint reader is a small metallic sensor that is located in one of the following areas of yourcomputer:●Near t

When the fingerprint is registered successfully, the “Register a Fingerprint” page opens again,allowing you to register more fingerprints. Repeat step

A Setup Utility98 Appendix A Setup Utility

Starting Setup UtilitySetup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when yourWindows® operating system is n

1 Notebook tourIdentifying the hardwareComponents included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapteridentify t

Using Setup UtilityChanging the language of Setup UtilityThe following procedure explains how to change the language of Setup Utility. If Setup Utilit

Displaying system informationThe following procedure explains how to display system information in Setup Utility. If Setup Utility isnot open, begin a

After either choice, the computer restarts in Windows.102 Appendix A Setup Utility

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

Select To do thisFan Always On Enable/disable Fan Always On. When enabled, the computer fan willalways be on.Boot Options Set the following boot optio

B Software updatesUpdated versions of the software provided with your computer may be available on the HP Web site.Most software and BIOS updates on t

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

Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update will bedownloaded. You will need to access this path when you are rea

Updating programs and driversTo download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps:To use the HP Web site:1. Open your Web bro

IndexSymbols/Numerics1394 Power Saving 103AAC adapterconnecting 51identifying 10testing 52action keysdecreasing screenbrightness 31decreasing the spea

LightsComponent Description(1) TouchPad light On: TouchPad is disabled.(2) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.(3) Power light●On: Power is on.●Blin

componentsadditional hardware 9bottom 8display 7front 4left-side 6right-side 5top 1connecting to a WLAN 17connection, external power 51conservation, p

keysaction 4esc 4fn 4Windows applications 4Windows logo 4LlabelsBluetooth 10HP Mobile BroadbandModule 11Microsoft Certificate ofAuthenticity 10regulat

Processor C6 State 103Product Key 10product name and number,computer 10programsupdating 108using 37projector, connecting 40public WLAN connection 17Rr

WLAN antenna, identifying 9WLAN device 10, 13WLAN label 10writable media 48WWAN antenna, identifying 9WWAN device 19Zzooming TouchPad gesture 29Index

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

KeysComponent Description(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with thefn key.(2) fn key Displays system information whe

Component Description(1) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats:●Memory Stick (MS)●Memory Stick Pro (MSP)●MultiMedi

Left-side componentsComponent Description(1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.NOTE: The security cable is desig

Component Description(10) Drive light●White: The hard drive is being accessed.●Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard DriveProtection has temporarily parked the

Bottom componentsComponent Description(1) Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.(2) Vents (6) Enable airflow to cool internal components.NOTE: The compu

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

© Copyright 2010 Hewlett-PackardDevelopment Company, L.P.Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registeredtrademarks of Microsoft Corporation.Bluetooth is a t

Component Description(1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.(2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.(3) Battery* Powers the compu

●SIM (subscriber identity module) label (select models only)—Provides the ICCID (Integrated CircuitCard Identifier) of your SIM. This label is located

2 Wireless and local area network12 Chapter 2 Wireless and local area network

Using wireless devicesWireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may beequipped with one or more of the fol

Icon Name DescriptionWired network (disabled/disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers areinstalled, all network devices or all

If the wireless icon is not displayed in the notification area, complete the following steps to changeWireless Assistant properties:1. Select Start &g

Using a WLANWith a WLAN device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of othercomputers and accessories that are link

When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect yournetwork from unauthorized access. The common securit

After the connection is made, place the mouse pointer over the network icon in the notification area, atthe far right of the taskbar, to verify the na

Using HP Mobile BroadbandHP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use wireless wide area networks (WWANs) to accessthe Internet from more places a

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

7. Insert the SIM card into the slot.8. Replace the battery.NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is not replaced.9. Turn the comp

7. Push in on the SIM card (1) to release it, and then remove the SIM card (2).8. Replace the battery.9. Turn the computer right-side up, and then rec

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

Troubleshooting wireless connection problemsSome possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following:●Network configuration (SSID o

Cannot connect to a preferred WLAN networkWindows can automatically repair a corrupted WLAN connection:●If there is a network icon in the notification

If you are provided with new wireless network keys and SSID for a network, and if you have previouslyconnected to that network, these steps to connect

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

3 Pointing devices and keyboard27

Using pointing devicesNOTE: In addition to the TouchPad, you can also connect an external USB mouse to one of the USBports on the computer.Setting poi

The TouchPad gestures described in this section are enabled at the factory. To disable or reenablethese gestures:1. Double-click on the Synaptics icon

iv Safety warning notice

RotatingRotating allows you rotate items such as photos and pages. To rotate, move your thumb and forefingerin a circular motion on the TouchPad.30 Ch

Using the action keysAction keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard.To use an action key, press and

Icon Action DescriptionIncrease volume Increases speaker sound incrementally when you hold down this key.Mute/Restore volume Mutes or restores speaker

Using the hotkeysHotkeys are combinations of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or one of the arrow keys (3).Icon Function Hotkey Description

4MultimediaMultimedia featuresYour computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and viewpictures. Your compu

Component Description(1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.(2) Webcam light Turns on when video software accesses the webcam.(3) Webcam Records vi

Using the media activity functionsThe media activity action keys control the play of an audio CD, or a DVD or BD that is inserted into theoptical driv

Using HP MediaSmart softwareYour computer has preinstalled HP MediaSmart software. MediaSmart turns your computer into amobile entertainment center. Y

AudioYour computer enables you to use a variety of audio features:●Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers●Record s

NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in asetting free of background noise.To confirm or change t

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VideoYour computer enables you to use a variety of video features:●Watch movies●Play games over the Internet●Edit pictures and video and create presen

To connect a video or audio device to the HDMI port:1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer.2. Connect the other end of

WebcamYour computer includes an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. The webcam allowsyou to capture and share video.To use the webca

3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outeredges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and a

A disc does not play●Save your work and close all open programs before playing a disc.●Log off the Internet before playing a disc.●Be sure that you in

A movie stops, skips, or plays erratically●Press the Play button. You may have accidentally paused the movie.●Clean the disc.●Conserve system resource

A DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or displayUse MediaSmart to play a DVD or BD. MediaSmart is installed on the computer.A

After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click thefile to install.7. If prompted to do so, restart y

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

When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where youstopped working.NOTE: If you have set a password

Cannot connect to a WLAN ... 23Cannot connect to a preferr

Viewing the current power plan▲Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.– or –Select Start > Control

WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer,a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatibl

3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3).Testing an AC adapterTest the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following s

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

3. Rotate the battery into the battery bay until it is seated (2). The battery release latch automaticallylocks the battery into place.To remove the b

Charging may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmeror cooler than room temperature.To prolong battery

The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level:●If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the com

Step 1: Fully charge the batteryWARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft.NOTE: The battery charges whether the compu

Step 3: Discharge the batteryThe computer must remain on while the battery is being discharged. The battery can discharge whetheror not you are using

7. Click OK.8. Click Save changes.Conserving battery power●Select the Power saver power plan through Power Options under System and Security inWindows

A movie stops, skips, or plays erratically ... 45A movie is not visible on an

Shutting down the computerCAUTION: Unsaved information will be lost when the computer is shut down.The Shut down command closes all open programs, inc

6 DrivesIdentifying installed drivesYour computer includes a solid state drive (SSD) with solid-state memory. Because it has no movingparts, an SSD do

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

●LightScribe DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo drive with Double-Layer (DL) support●Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive●Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R

CD-R discsCD-R (write-once) discs are widely used for creating a permanent copy of data that can be shared asneeded. Typical uses include the followin

Typical uses include the following:●Storage of large amounts of data●High-definition video playback and storage●Video gamesNOTE: As Blu-ray is a new f

3. Click Choose a default, and then select one of the available options for each media type listed.4. Click Save to confirm your selections.NOTE: For

Copying a CD or DVD1. Select Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD Suites > Power2Go.2. Insert the disc you want to copy into the optical driv

6. Open the folder, and then drag the files to the drive that contains the blank optical disc.7. Initiate the burning process as directed by the progr

To run Disk Defragmenter:1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter.2. Click Defragment disk.For addi

Step 4: Fully recharge the battery ... 58Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep ...

To enable the notification area icon:1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard DriveProtection.2. On the Ic

To remove the hard drive:1. Save your work.2. Shut down the computer and close the display.3. Disconnect all external devices connected to the compute

To install a hard drive:1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).2. Push the hard drive down (2) until the hard drive snaps into place, an

7 External devicesUsing a USB deviceA USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer,scanner, or hub, to

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

Using an eSATA deviceAn eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA externalhard drive.Some eSATA devices may r

8 External media cards76 Chapter 8 External media cards

Using Digital Media Slot cardsOptional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are oftenused with digital m

Removing a digital cardCAUTION: To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safelyremove the digital card.1. Sav

9 Memory modules79

8 External media cards ...

Adding or replacing memory modulesThe computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer.The memory capacity o

9. Remove the memory module from the expansion memory slot:a. Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module.The memory module ti

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

Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slotThe expansion memory module slot is stacked above the primary memory module slot. To upgrad

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

NOTE: If you removed a memory module from the expansion memory slot before removing theprimary memory module, replace the memory module in the expansi

10 Security86 Chapter 10 Security

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

Using passwordsA password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Several typesof passwords can be set, dependin

Setting passwords in Setup UtilityPassword FunctionAdministrator password*●Protects access to Setup Utility.●After this password is set, it must be en