HP DV6-3225DX manual Buttons and Fingerprint Reader select models only, Options

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Buttons and Fingerprint Reader (select models only)

Item	Description	Function

1	Power button	Press the Power button to:
		● Turn on the computer.
		●	Initiate Sleep.
		●	Exit Sleep.
		●	Exit Hibernation.
		If the computer has stopped responding and Windows
		shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the
		Power button for at least five seconds to shut down the
		computer.
		For more information about the power settings, select
		Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power
		Options.

2	Fingerprint Reader (select models only)	Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
		password logon.

For information about changing the factory settings, see Help and Support.

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Contents Page Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Page Select Start Control Panel System and Security FeaturesIdentifying hardware TouchPad Select Mouse settingsComponents Top componentsDescription Function TouchPad buttonsLights Options Buttons and Fingerprint Reader select models onlyEsc key KeysRight-side components Front componentsLeft-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennas select models only Additional hardware components Labels Using wireless devices Wireless, local area network, and modemUsing the wireless key Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing the wireless controls Click Properties Using HP Wireless AssistantUsing operating system controls Setting up a Wlan Using a WlanProtecting your Wlan Roaming to another network Connecting to a WlanBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Using the TouchPadScrolling Using TouchPad gesturesTurning the TouchPad on and off Rotating PinchingCalibrating the touchscreen Using the touchscreen select models onlyPerforming clicks Performing actions on the touchscreenSetting touchscreen preferences Using the action keysConnecting an external mouse Prt sc Using the hotkeys Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Multimedia Multimedia featuresIdentifying your multimedia components See Regulatory, Safety and Environmental NoticesAdjusting the volume Using the media activity keys Multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart softwareUsing other preinstalled multimedia software Installing multimedia software from a discChecking your audio functions Connecting external audio devicesSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder AudioVideo Connecting an external monitor or projectorConfiguring audio for Hdmi select models only Connecting an Hdmi deviceClick Playback devices WebcamInitiating and exiting Sleep Power managementSetting power options Using power-saving statesClick Customize notification icons Using the battery meterUsing power plans Initiating and exiting HibernationCustomizing power plans Setting password protection on wakeupViewing the current power plan Selecting a different power planUsing external AC power Connecting the AC adapter Displaying the remaining battery charge Using battery powerFinding battery information in Help and Support Using Battery CheckInserting or removing the battery Maximizing battery discharge time Charging a batteryResolving a low battery level Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Click Change advanced power settings Calibrating a batterySelect Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options Replacing the battery Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Disposing of a used batteryClick Shut down Switching between graphics modes select models onlyShutting down the computer Page Handling drives DrivesSelect Start Computer Identifying the installed optical driveUsing optical discs Optical driveSelecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs Blu-ray discs BD Playing a CD, DVD, or BDSelect Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings Configuring AutoPlayChanging DVD region settings Copying a CD or DVD Select Start All Programs CyberLink DVD Suites Power2GoObserving the copyright warning Creating burning a CD or DVD Removing a CD, DVD, or BD Using external drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionManaging power with a parked hard drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Replacing a drive in the primary hard drive bay Page Page External devices Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB device Using an eSATA deviceConnecting an eSATA device Removing an eSATA device Inserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cardsExternal media cards Removing a digital card Memory modules Page Page Page Protecting the computer SecuritySetting passwords in Windows Using passwordsAdministrator password Setting passwords in Setup UtilityManaging an administrator password Power-on passwordManaging a power-on password Using firewall software Using antivirus softwareInstalling an optional security cable Installing critical security updatesLocating the Fingerprint Reader Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyRegistering fingerprints Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows Cannot connect to a Wlan TroubleshootingCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to a preferred networkNetwork icon is not displayed Wlan connection is very weak Cannot connect to the wireless routerSelecting Start Control Panel System and Security Computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD driveCD, DVD, or BD does not play Selecting Advanced Settings Monitor tabDVD or BD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically Click Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay SettingsSelect Advanced Settings Monitor tab CD, DVD, or BD does not play automaticallyObtaining the latest HP device drivers Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers USB IndexIcons Maintenance