HP Pavilion dv5-2155dx User Manual

User Guide

Security menu ... 90System Configurat

Exiting Setup UtilityYou can exit Setup Utility with or without saving changes.●To exit Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session:I

Select To do thisCard Reader/1394 Power Saving (select modelsonly)Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving.Fan Always On Enable/disable Fan Always

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

Downloading a BIOS updateCAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and installa BIOS update only when the c

To use the HP Web site:1. Open your Web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region.2. Click the option for software a

IndexSymbols/Numerics1394 Power Saving 91AAC adapterconnecting 45identifying 10testing 46action keysdecreasing screenbrightness 26decreasing the speak

right-side 5top 1connecting to a WLAN 16connection, external power 45conservation, power 53copyright warning 60cord, power 9corporate WLAN connection

fn 4keyboard backlight 4Windows applications 4Windows logo 4LlabelsBluetooth 10HP Mobile BroadbandModule 11Microsoft Certificate ofAuthenticity 10regu

Product Key 10product name and number,computer 10programsupdating 93using 32projector, connecting 34public WLAN connection 16Rreadable media 42recover

corporate WLANconnection 16equipment needed 15functional range 16public WLAN connection 16security 15WLAN antennas, identifying 9WLAN device 10, 12WL

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

Component Description(4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.*This table describes factory settings. To view

ButtonsComponent Description(1) TouchPad on/off button* Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the button toturn the TouchPad on and off.(2

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) Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components.NOTE: The computer fan starts up automaticallyto c

Display componentsComponent Description(1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.(2) HP TrueVision webcam light On: The HP TrueVision webcam is in use

Bottom componentsComponent Description(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.(2) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.(3) Vents

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(2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.(3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged intoexternal power

●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 networkUsing wireless devicesWireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may beequ

Icon Name DescriptionWired network (connected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers areinstalled and one or more network devices are con

To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Show hidden icons icon, the arrow at the left of thenotification area, and position the mouse poi

Setting up a WLANTo set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following equipment:●A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-

A variety of sophisticated encryption protocols is available for your WLAN. Find the solution thatworks best for your network security:◦Wired Equivale

Roaming to another networkWhen you move your computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to thatnetwork. If the attempt is succ

6. Remove the battery.7. Insert the SIM card into the slot.8. Replace the battery.NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is not rep

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

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

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

Network icon is not displayedIf the network status icon is not displayed in the notification area after you configure the WLAN, thesoftware driver is

WLAN connection is very weakIf the connection is very weak, or if your computer cannot make a connection to a WLAN, minimizeinterference from other de

2. Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jack (2).ENWW Connecting to a local area network (LAN) 23

3 Pointing devices and keyboardUsing pointing devicesNOTE: In addition to the TouchPad, you can also connect an external USB mouse to one of the USBpo

Using TouchPad gesturesThe TouchPad supports a variety of TouchPad gestures. To activate the TouchPad gestures, place twofingers on the TouchPad at th

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 DescriptionPrevious track/section Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD.Play/Pause Plays, pause

Icon Function Hotkey DescriptionGo home. fn+left arrow Returns the cursor to the beginning of the line where thecursor is located or returns to the be

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

iv Safety warning notice ENWW

Component Description(1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.(2) HP TrueVision webcam light Turns on when video software accesses the HP TrueVisionw

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

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

●Stream radio programs●Create or “burn” audio CDsConnecting external audio devicesWARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume be

●Connect external video devices●Watch TV over the Internet, or watch, record and pause live TV using a TV tuner accessory(purchased separately)Connect

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

To use the webcam:▲Double-click the HP MediaSmart icon on the desktop, and then do one of the following:●Tap the video icon (1) on the screen.A window

Adjusting HP TrueVision webcam propertiesYou can adjust webcam properties using the Properties dialog box, which is accessible from variousprograms th

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

●Be sure that you insert the disc properly.●Be sure that the disc is clean. If necessary, clean the disc with filtered water and a lint-free cloth.Wip

Table of contents1 Notebook tour ...

2. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab.3. Select High Color (16 bit), if this setting is not already selected.4. Click OK.◦Disconnect external d

5. In the Device Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for hardware changes.Windows scans your system for installed hardware and installs

5 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 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity whenrunning on

Selecting a different power plan▲Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then select a power plan from the list.– or –Select Start

When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur:●The battery begins to charge.●If the computer is turned on, the batter

Testing an AC adapterTest the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to ACpower:●The computer will not

Finding battery information in Help and SupportHelp and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery:●Battery Check tool to

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

WLAN connection is very weak ... 22Cannot connect to the wireles

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

Resolving a low battery levelCAUTION: To reduce the risk of losing information when the computer reaches a critical battery leveland has initiated Hib

To fully charge the battery:1. Insert the battery into the computer.2. Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansi

Step 4: Fully recharge the batteryTo recharge the battery:1. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fu

To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it in a cool, dry place.NOTE: A stored battery should be checked every 6 months. If the capacity is l

If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try thefollowing emergency procedures in the sequence pro

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

Using an optical driveYour computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer. Identify whatkind of device is installed

CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of information, or loss of audio orvideo playback functionality, do not initiate Sleep

Blu-ray DiscAlso called BD, Blu-ray Disc is a high-density optical disc format for the storage of digital information,including high-definition video.

Obtaining the latest HP device drivers ... 41Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers ..

Configuring AutoPlay1. Select Start > Default Programs > Change AutoPlay settings.2. Confirm that the Use AutoPlay for all media and devices che

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

For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided withthe software, on disc, or on the manufact

Using Disk CleanupDisk Cleanup searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that you can safely delete to free up diskspace and help the computer to

If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has parked the drive, the computer will behave in the followingways:●The computer will not shut down.●The com

7. With the hard drive bay toward you, loosen the hard drive cover screw (1).8. Lift the hard drive cover away from the computer (2).9. Remove the har

2. Push the hard drive down (2) until the hard drive snaps into place, and replace the hard drive screws(3).3. Align the tabs on the hard drive cover

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

To remove a USB device:1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far rightof the taskbar.NOTE: To disp

CAUTION: To prevent damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the eSATAdevice.1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Med

Replacing the battery ... 54Shutting down the co

8 External media cardsUsing Digital Media Slot cardsOptional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are of

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 modulesAdding or replacing memory modulesThe computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer.The m

8. Lift the memory/wireless module compartment cover (2) away from the computer.9. Remove the memory module from the expansion memory slot:a. Pull awa

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

Use the following guidelines when setting a password in Setup Utility:●A password can be any combination of up to 8 letters and numbers and is case se

9 Memory modules ...

Password FunctionPower-on password*●Protects access to the computer contents.●After this password is set, it must be entered each timeyou turn on or r

Entering an administrator passwordAt the Enter Password prompt, type your administrator password, and then press enter. After 3unsuccessful attempts t

To view and access Norton Internet Security, select Start > All Programs > Norton InternetSecurity.For more information about computer viruses,

ENWW Installing an optional security cable 83

11 Backup and recoveryRecovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. HP recommends that youcreate recovery discs immediat

●Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer.●Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive.●If necessary, you can exit t

Using Windows Backup and RestoreTo create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore, follow these steps:NOTE: Be sure that the computer is connected t

4. Click System Restore.5. Follow the on-screen instructions.Performing a recoveryNOTE: You can recover only files that you have previously backed up.

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

Navigating and selecting in Setup UtilityBecause Setup Utility is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and selectionare by