HP M6 1045DX B5S08UAR#ABA Select Start Control Panel Hardware, Sound Beats Audio Control Panel

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Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(3)

HP TrueVision HD Webcam

Records video, captures still photographs, allows

 

 

you to video conference and chat online using

 

 

streaming video.

 

 

To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >

 

 

Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam.

 

 

 

(4)

Integrated subwoofer

Provides superior bass sound.

 

 

 

(5)

USB 2.0 port

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

NOTE: For details about different types of USB

 

 

ports, see Using a USB device on page 49.

 

 

 

(6)

USB 3.0 ports (3)

Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide

 

 

enhanced USB power performance.

 

 

 

(7)

Optical drive

Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical

 

 

disc.

 

 

 

(8)

b key

Enables or disables Beats Audio when pressed in

 

 

combination with the fn key.

 

 

Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that

 

 

provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a

 

 

clear sound. Beats Audio is enabled by default.

 

 

You can view and control the bass settings through

 

 

the Windows operating system. To view and control

 

 

the bass properties:

 

 

Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and

 

 

Sound > Beats Audio Control Panel.

 

 

 

(9)

fn key

Enables or disables Beats Audio when pressed in

 

 

combination with the b key.

 

 

 

(10)

Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in

Produces sound when connected to optional

 

(microphone) jack

powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a

 

 

headset, or television audio. Also connects an

 

 

optional headset microphone. The jack does not

 

 

support optional microphone-only devices.

 

 

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,

 

 

adjust the volume before putting on headphones,

 

 

earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety

 

 

information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and

 

 

Environmental Notices.

 

 

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack,

 

 

the computer speakers are disabled.

 

 

 

(11)

HDMI port

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as

 

 

a high-definition television, any compatible digital or

 

 

audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.

 

 

 

(12)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(13)

Speakers (2)

Produce sound.

 

 

 

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Managing and sharing information Securing your computer and information Input power Operating environment Page Starting right Best practicesFun things to do Resource Contents More HP resourcesFront Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software information Component DescriptionUsing Sleep or Hibernation on Right sideGetting to know your computer See Using a USB device on Left sideDisplay Communication and Chat CyberLink YouCamTop TouchPadLights Sleep or Hibernation onTop Or see Managing power on Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint readerKeys Beats Audio Control PanelBottom For use in the computer by the governmental agency that Labels ComponentUsing the wireless controls Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless buttonUsing operating system controls Using a WlanUsing HP Connection Manager select models only Using an Internet service providerConnecting to a wireless network Configuring a wireless router Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices Connecting to a WlanConnecting to a local area network LAN Enjoying entertainment features Multimedia FeaturesSelect Start Control Panel Hardware Sound Beats Audio Control PanelUsing the webcam Using audioEnabling and Disabling Beats Audio Using videoChecking the sound IconDefinitionConnecting a VGA monitor or projector Connecting an Hdmi TV or monitorConfiguring audio settings with Hdmi TV Managing your audio and video files Using the keyboard and pointing devices Using ALT GR key combinations Using the action keys Icon Key DescriptionMutes or restores speaker sound Turns the wireless feature on or offSelect Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Beats Using the hot keysFunction Hot key Description Audio Control PanelUsing the keypad Using the integrated numeric keypadUsing the TouchPad Turning the TouchPad off or onNavigating SelectingUsing TouchPad gestures Select Start Control Panel Hardware and SoundScrolling Pinching/ZoomingRotating FlickingManaging power Using Sleep or HibernationInitiating and exiting Sleep Setting password protection on wakeupInitiating and exiting Hibernation Using the power meter Selecting a power planRunning on battery power Removing a user-replaceable batteryIdentifying low battery levels Finding battery informationConserving battery power Storing a user-replaceable batteryDisposing of a user-replaceable battery Running on external powerReplacing a user-replaceable battery HP CoolSense Shutting down the computerPage Managing and sharing information Using a USB deviceType Description Connecting a powered USB device Connecting a USB deviceRemoving a USB device Inserting and removing a digital storage card Using optical drives Inserting an optical disc Removing an optical discSharing drives on the network Improving performance Maintaining your computerHandling drives Replacing a hard drive Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Adding or replacing memory modulesPage Page Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Cleaning your computerCleaning the display, sides, and cover Updating programs and driversTraveling with or shipping your computer Securing your computer and information Computer risk Security featureLocating your security software Setting Windows passwords Using passwordsPassword Function Using the fingerprint reader Setting Setup Utility Bios passwordsUsing your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows Using Internet security softwareUsing HP SimplePass Registering fingerprintsUsing firewall software Installing software updatesUsing antivirus software Installing Windows security updatesUsing an optional security cable lock Securing your wireless networkBacking up your software applications and information Updating the Bios Using Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsStarting Setup Utility Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Select Start Help and Support MaintainUsing System Diagnostics Creating recovery media to recover the original system Backing up, restoring, and recoveringCreating backups What you need to knowCreating system restore points Creating a system restore pointTips for a successful backup Backing up system and personal informationCreating a backup using Windows Backup and Restore Recovering the original system using HP Recovery Manager Restore and recoveryRestoring to a previous system restore point Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and RestoreRecovering using HP Recovery partition select models only Recovering using the recovery mediaChanging the computer boot order Input power SpecificationsInput power Rating Operating environment Troubleshooting and support Disc drive problems TroubleshootingWireless connection problems Cannot connect to a preferred network Cannot connect to a WlanCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to the wireless router Wlan connection is very weakPower management problems Audio problemsNetwork status icon is not displayed Resolving a low battery level Troubleshooting an AC adapterContacting support Electrostatic Discharge Bios IndexHdmi
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