HP 377703-001 manual Hardware Setup

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Hardware Setup

ÅWARNING: This notebook is designed to run demanding applications at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the notebook on your lap for extended periods. The notebook complies with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).

ÄCAUTION: To prevent file corruption and to ensure that the correct drivers are installed:

Do not set up the notebook for the first time while the notebook is docked in an optional docking device (select models only).

During the hardware and software setup procedures: Do not unplug the notebook from external power.

Do not shut down the notebook or initiate standby or hibernation.

Do connect the modem cable as instructed in the “Modem” section and the network cable as instructed in the “Network Card” section later in this chapter, but do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any other device, cable, or cord.

For regulatory and safety notices, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices guide located in the Help and Support Center. Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Next Steps Index Hardware Setup Hardware Setup Access the Online User Guides Troubleshooting ResourcesBefore You Begin Identify the Setup Hardware Insert the Battery Pack Connect the Communication Device ModemConnecting the Modem Cable Connecting the Modem with an Adapter Connecting a Network Cable Network CardConnect the Notebook to External Power Hardware Setup Open the Notebook Turn on the Notebook Software Setup Software Setup Welcome to Microsoft Windows Select Your Regional PreferencesAccept the License Agreements Protect Your NotebookName Your Notebook Enter an Administrator Password Select Models Only Register Online Create User Accounts Select Models Only Press the Finish ButtonNext Steps Protect the Notebook from Viruses Protect the Notebook from Power Surges Protect Your PrivacyNext Steps Use the Notebook Safely Turn Off the Notebook Properly Getting Started Top Components LightsComponent Description On Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled Component Description TouchPad Buttons, Switches and Readers You to open the following software Component Description 10 Keys Component Description Esc keyHotkey Quick Reference Quick Reference for aFront Components Rear Components Component Description Right-Side Components Left-Side Components Speakers, headphones, headset, or Bottom Components Docking connector Only on a hard, flat surface. Do Connects an optional travel battery Display Components Wireless Antennae Select Models Only Labels Specifications Operating EnvironmentRated Input Power System Recovery Safeguarding Your DataAltiris Local Recovery System Restore Points Creating a System Restore Point Restoring to a Restore PointReinstalling Applications Reinstalling Applications from the Hard Drive Reinstalling Applications from DiscsRepairing the Operating System Reinstalling the Operating System Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software Select Start RunIndex Index Index-3 Index-4 Operating System disc A-1,A-8 Release latches Battery pack 4-20,4-21 display 4-13,4-23 Index-7