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HP CQ36-108TX, CQ35-304TU, CQ36-109TX, CQ36-106TX manual Left-side components, Component, Description

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Left-side components

Component		Description

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

(7)	External monitor port	Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

(8)	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.

(9)	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)	AC adapter light	● On: The computer is connected to external power.
		● Off: The computer is not connected to external power.

(3)	USB ports (2)	Connect optional USB devices.

(4)	Optical drive	Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical
		discs.

(5)	Optical drive light	Blinking: The drive is being accessed.

Identifying the hardware

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HP CQ36-108TX, CQ35-304TU, CQ36-109TX, CQ36-106TX, CQ36-104TX, CQ35-406TX manual Left-side components, Component, Description

Contents

User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice iv Safety warning notice 1 Notebook tour Table of contents2 Wireless and local area network 4 Multimedia 3 Pointing devices and keyboard5 Power management 7 External devices 6 Drives8 External media cards Appendix A Setup Utility9 Memory modules 10 SecurityIndex Appendix B Software updatesIdentifying the hardware 1 Notebook tourTop components TouchPadComponent LightsDescription ComponentIdentifying the hardware Buttons and fingerprint reader select models onlyComponent Description4 Chapter 1 Notebook tour Panel System and Security Power OptionsComponent DescriptionKeys Front componentsComponent DescriptionComponent Right-side componentsDescription ComponentComponent Left-side componentsDescription Component8 Chapter 1 Notebook tour Bottom componentsComponent DescriptionDisplay components Wireless antennasInternal display switch the power is onAdditional hardware components Identifying the labels 12 Chapter 1 Notebook tour 2 Wireless and local area network Identifying wireless and network status icons Using wireless devicesUsing Wireless Assistant software select models only Using the wireless controlsUsing the wireless button 3. Click Properties Using operating system controlsProtecting your WLAN Using a WLANSetting up a WLAN Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Connecting to a WLANUse wireless encryption Work behind a firewallRoaming to another network Inserting a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only8. Remove the cover from the computer Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only13. Reconnect external power 14. Reconnect external devices 12. Replace the battery22 Chapter 2 Wireless and local area network 15. Turn on the computerRemoving a SIM 13. Reconnect external devices 14. Turn on the computer 11. Replace the battery 12. Reconnect external power24 Chapter 2 Wireless and local area network Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyCannot connect to a WLAN Troubleshooting wireless connection problems1. Select Start Control Panel System and Security 2. In the System area, click Device ManagerCurrent WLAN network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to a preferred WLAN networkNetwork icon is not displayed 2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panel Cannot connect to the wireless routerWLAN connection is very weak 2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panelConnecting to a local area network LAN Setting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the TouchPad 3 Pointing devices and keyboardPinching select models only Rotating select models onlyUsing hotkeys Hotkey FunctionDescription fn+escHotkey FunctionDescription fn+f5Using keypads Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad Using the embedded numeric keypadSwitching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardUsing an optional external numeric keypad Identifying your multimedia components Multimedia features4 Multimedia Component Multimedia featuresDescription Environmental NoticesAdjusting the volume b. Click Customize notification icons Using the media activity functionsUsing the media activity hotkeys Multimedia software Using multimedia softwareInstalling multimedia software from a disc 1. Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Connecting external audio devicesAudio Checking your audio functions44 Chapter 4 Multimedia Video Connecting an external monitor or projectorConnecting an HDMI device Configuring audio for HDMI select models only Webcam Adjusting webcam propertiesThe disc tray does not open for removal of a disc TroubleshootingThe computer does not detect the optical drive A disc does not play 2. Select Advanced settings Monitor tab2. Select Advanced Settings Monitor tab 1. Select Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settingsA disc does not play automatically A movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyObtaining the latest HP device drivers A device driver must be reinstalledA DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 1. Click Start All Programs Windows Update2. Click Check for Updates Setting power options 5 Power managementUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting Sleep2. Click Customize notification icons Using the battery meterInitiating and exiting Hibernation Setting password protection on wakeup Using power plansViewing the current power plan Selecting a different power planConnecting the AC adapter Using external AC powerTesting an AC adapter Using battery powerUsing Battery Check Finding battery information in Help and SupportDisplaying the remaining battery charge Identifying batteriesInserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Managing low battery levels Maximizing battery discharge timeIdentifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery levelStep 1 Fully charge the battery Calibrating a batteryResolving a low battery level when external power is available Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is availableStep 3 Discharge the battery Step 2 Disable Hibernation and Sleep4. Change the Turn off the display settings to Never 5. Click Change advanced power settingsStep 4 Fully recharge the battery Conserving battery powerStep 5 Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 4. Click Change advanced power settingsDisposing of a used battery Storing a batteryReplacing the battery Shutting down the computer3. Click Shut down Handling drives Identifying installed drives6 Drives Select Start Computer Using an optical driveIdentifying the installed optical drive Selecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs Using optical discsCD-RW discs CD-R discsDVD±R discs DVD±RW discs1. Select Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings Configuring AutoPlayPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD Observing the copyright warning Changing DVD region settingsCreating burning a CD or DVD 1. Select Start All Programs CyberLink DVD Suites Power2GoCopying a CD or DVD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Using Disk DefragmenterImproving hard drive performance Using Disk Cleanup Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionIdentifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 2. Click Defragment disk2. On the Icon in System Tray row, click Show Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection softwareReplacing the hard drive 6. Remove the battery from the computer 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outletTo remove the hard drive 1. Save your work 2. Shut down the computer and close the display11. Lift the hard drive 3 out of the hard drive bay To install a hard drive1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay Replacing the hard drive80 Chapter 6 Drives 5. Close the cover 6. Tighten the 3 hard drive cover screwsConnecting a USB device Using a USB device7 External devices Removing a USB device2. Click the name of the device in the list To remove a USB deviceNOTE You are prompted that it is safe to remove the hardware device 3. Remove the deviceRemoving an eSATA device Using an eSATA deviceConnecting an eSATA device 84 Chapter 8 External media cards 8 External media cardsInserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cardsRemoving a digital card Inserting an ExpressCard Using ExpressCardsConfiguring an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards 90 Chapter 9 Memory modules 9 Memory modulesAdding or replacing memory modules 92 Chapter 9 Memory modules 8. Lift the memory module compartment cover 2 away from the computer9. Remove the memory module from the expansion memory slot 12. Close the cover 10. Insert a memory module in the expansion memory slot13. Tighten the 3 memory module compartment cover screws Adding or replacing memory modulesUpgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Adding or replacing memory modules 9. Remove the memory module from the primary memory slot10. Insert a memory module in the primary memory module slot 12. Close the cover 14. Replace the battery13. Tighten the 3 memory module compartment cover screws 16. Turn on the computer10 Security Protecting the computer Setting passwords in Windows Using passwordsAdministrator password Setting passwords in Setup UtilityEntering an administrator password Power-on passwordManaging an administrator password Entering a power-on password Managing a power-on passwordUsing antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical security updates Using the fingerprint reader select models only Installing an optional security cableRegistering fingerprints Locating the fingerprint readerUsing your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows A Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityChanging the language of Setup Utility Displaying system information Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityExiting Setup Utility After either choice, the computer restarts in Windows Using Setup UtilitySystem Configuration menu Setup Utility MenusMain menu Security menuSelect Diagnostics menuTo do this SelectB Software updates Downloading a BIOS update Updating the BIOSDetermining the BIOS version 1. Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start Computer 5. Complete the installation by following the on-screen instructions118 Appendix B Software updates Updating programs and drivers Index Symbols/NumericsPage Page Page identifying 8 wireless network WLAN wireless light, identifying 2 wireless module compartmentconnecting 18 corporate WLAN connection WLAN device 11, 14 WLAN label 11 writable media 54 WWAN device