HP 2101010NR manual Left-side components

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Component		Description

(6)	RJ-45 (network) jack and cover	Connects a network cable.

(7)	Security cable slot	Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
		NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a

deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

Left-side components

Component		Description

(1)	Power connector	Connects an AC adapter.

(2)	Battery light	●	Off: The computer is running on battery power.
		●	Blinking white: The battery has reached a low
			battery level, a critical battery level, or there is a
			battery error. When the battery reaches a critical
			battery level, the battery light begins blinking
			rapidly.
		●	Amber: A battery is charging.
		●	White: The computer is connected to external
			power and the battery is fully charged.

(3)	External monitor port	Connects an optional external display, such as a
		monitor or projector, to the computer.

(4)	Vent	Enables airflow to cool internal components.
		NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to
		cool internal components and prevent overheating. It
		is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during
		routine operation.

(5)	Drive light	●	Blinking: The hard drive is being accessed.
		●	Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart
			Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the
			hard drive.

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Contents Mini User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Internet Digital cards Changing QuickWeb settings Getting started Using HP QuickWeb select models only TouchPad Knowing the partsIdentifying the hardware Top componentsLights Keys Front componentsRight-side components Power OptionsLeft-side components Display components Removing the vanity cover Bottom componentsPage Replacing the vanity cover Wireless antennas Additional hardware components Identifying the labelsComponent Initiating and exiting Standby Power managementSetting power options Using power-saving statesUsing power schemes Initiating and exiting HibernationViewing the current scheme Customizing power schemes Using external AC powerSetting password protection upon exiting Standby Selecting a different power schemeConnecting the AC adapter Using battery powerInserting or removing the battery Displaying the remaining battery chargeCharging a battery Maximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Calibrating a battery Resolving a low battery levelFully charge the battery Discharge the battery Disable Hibernation and StandbyReenable Hibernation and Standby Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Fully recharge the batteryShutting down the computer Disposing of a used batteryInternet Connecting to a wired network Connecting to a wireless network Using wireless devicesIdentifying wireless and network status icons Using the wireless controls Using the wireless action keyUsing HP Connection Manager software select models only Using HP Wireless Assistant software Using a WlanProtecting your Wlan Setting up a WlanUse a wireless transmitter with built-in security Connecting to a WlanRoaming to another network Inserting a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyRemoving a SIM Page Using Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing Multimedia features MultimediaIdentifying your multimedia components Multimedia Adjusting the volume Volume can also be adjusted within some programs Multimedia Multimedia software Using the media activity action keysInstalling multimedia software from the Internet Using other preinstalled multimedia softwareConnecting external audio devices AudioChecking your audio functions Page Video Connecting an external monitor or projectorWebcam Using passwords SecurityProtecting the computer Passwords set in Setup Utility Passwords set in WindowsPower-on password Administrator passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Inserting a digital card Digital cardsStopping and removing a digital card Stopping and removing a USB device Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device USB devicesPage Using TouchPad gestures Setting pointing device preferencesUsing pointing devices Using the TouchPadPinching ScrollingRotating Using the keyboardConnecting an external mouse Using the action keysUsing hotkeys Function Hotkey Description Dragging Using the touch screen select models onlyTapping or clicking FlickingRotating Setting touch screen preferences Identifying installed drives DrivesHandling drives Using external drives Using optional external devices Memory modules Page Page Updating software Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Disabling and enabling QuickWeb Changing QuickWeb settingsChanging the language of Setup Utility Setup UtilityStarting Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityRestoring default settings in Setup Utility Exiting Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Security menu Setup Utility menusSystem Configuration menu Main menuDiagnostics menu LAN USB VGA IndexLabels