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HP CQ36-109TX Replace the battery 12. Reconnect external power, Wireless and local area network

Models: CQ35-303TX CQ36-104TX CQ35-321TX

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9.Slide the SIM slot tray (1) to the right to release it, lift the left side of the slot tray and swing it up and to the right (2), and then remove the SIM card (3).

10.Align the tabs on the compartment cover with the notches on the computer (1), and then rotate the cover downward until it snaps into place (2).

11.Replace the battery.

12.Reconnect external power.

13.Reconnect external devices.

14.Turn on the computer.

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HP CQ36-109TX manual Replace the battery 12. Reconnect external power, Reconnect external devices 14. Turn on the computer

Contents

User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice iv Safety warning notice 2 Wireless and local area network Table of contents1 Notebook tour 3 Pointing devices and keyboard 4 Multimedia5 Power management 6 Drives 7 External devices9 Memory modules Appendix A Setup Utility8 External media cards 10 SecurityAppendix B Software updates IndexTop components 1 Notebook tourIdentifying the hardware TouchPadDescription LightsComponent ComponentComponent Buttons and fingerprint reader select models onlyIdentifying the hardware DescriptionComponent Panel System and Security Power Options4 Chapter 1 Notebook tour DescriptionComponent Front componentsKeys DescriptionDescription Right-side componentsComponent ComponentDescription Left-side componentsComponent ComponentComponent Bottom components8 Chapter 1 Notebook tour DescriptionInternal display switch Wireless antennasDisplay components the power is onAdditional hardware components Identifying the labels 12 Chapter 1 Notebook tour 2 Wireless and local area network Using wireless devices Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing the wireless button Using the wireless controlsUsing Wireless Assistant software select models only Using operating system controls 3. Click PropertiesSetting up a WLAN Using a WLANProtecting your WLAN Use wireless encryption Connecting to a WLANUse a wireless transmitter with built-in security Work behind a firewallRoaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIMUsing HP Mobile Broadband select models only 8. Remove the cover from the computer22 Chapter 2 Wireless and local area network 12. Replace the battery13. Reconnect external power 14. Reconnect external devices 15. Turn on the computerRemoving a SIM 24 Chapter 2 Wireless and local area network 11. Replace the battery 12. Reconnect external power13. Reconnect external devices 14. Turn on the computer Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS1. Select Start Control Panel System and Security Troubleshooting wireless connection problemsCannot connect to a WLAN 2. In the System area, click Device ManagerNetwork icon is not displayed Cannot connect to a preferred WLAN networkCurrent WLAN network security codes are unavailable WLAN connection is very weak Cannot connect to the wireless router2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panel 2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panelConnecting to a local area network LAN Using the TouchPad Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences 3 Pointing devices and keyboardRotating select models only Pinching select models onlyUsing hotkeys Description FunctionHotkey fn+escDescription FunctionHotkey fn+f5Using keypads Using the embedded numeric keypad Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypadUsing an optional external numeric keypad Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardSwitching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad 4 Multimedia Multimedia featuresIdentifying your multimedia components Description Multimedia featuresComponent Environmental NoticesAdjusting the volume Using the media activity hotkeys Using the media activity functionsb. Click Customize notification icons Installing multimedia software from a disc Using multimedia softwareMultimedia software Audio Connecting external audio devices1. Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Checking your audio functions44 Chapter 4 Multimedia Connecting an HDMI device Connecting an external monitor or projectorVideo Configuring audio for HDMI select models only Adjusting webcam properties WebcamTroubleshooting The disc tray does not open for removal of a discThe computer does not detect the optical drive 2. Select Advanced settings Monitor tab A disc does not playA disc does not play automatically 1. Select Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings2. Select Advanced Settings Monitor tab A movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyA DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or picture A device driver must be reinstalledObtaining the latest HP device drivers 2. Click Check for Updates 1. Click Start All Programs Windows UpdateObtaining the latest Windows device drivers Using power-saving states 5 Power managementSetting power options Initiating and exiting SleepInitiating and exiting Hibernation Using the battery meter2. Click Customize notification icons Viewing the current power plan Using power plansSetting password protection on wakeup Selecting a different power planUsing external AC power Connecting the AC adapterUsing battery power Testing an AC adapterDisplaying the remaining battery charge Finding battery information in Help and SupportUsing Battery Check Identifying batteriesInserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Identifying low battery levels Maximizing battery discharge timeManaging low battery levels Resolving a low battery levelResolving a low battery level when external power is available Calibrating a batteryStep 1 Fully charge the battery Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available4. Change the Turn off the display settings to Never Step 2 Disable Hibernation and SleepStep 3 Discharge the battery 5. Click Change advanced power settingsStep 5 Reenable Hibernation and Sleep Conserving battery powerStep 4 Fully recharge the battery 4. Click Change advanced power settingsReplacing the battery Storing a batteryDisposing of a used battery Shutting down the computer3. Click Shut down 6 Drives Identifying installed drivesHandling drives Identifying the installed optical drive Using an optical driveSelect Start Computer Using optical discs Selecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDsDVD±R discs CD-R discsCD-RW discs DVD±RW discsPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD Configuring AutoPlay1. Select Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings Changing DVD region settings Observing the copyright warningCopying a CD or DVD 1. Select Start All Programs CyberLink DVD Suites Power2GoCreating burning a CD or DVD Improving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterRemoving an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionUsing Disk Cleanup 2. Click Defragment diskReplacing the hard drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software2. On the Icon in System Tray row, click Show To remove the hard drive 1. Save your work 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet6. Remove the battery from the computer 2. Shut down the computer and close the display1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay To install a hard drive11. Lift the hard drive 3 out of the hard drive bay Replacing the hard drive5. Close the cover 6. Tighten the 3 hard drive cover screws 80 Chapter 6 Drives7 External devices Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB deviceNOTE You are prompted that it is safe to remove the hardware device To remove a USB device2. Click the name of the device in the list 3. Remove the deviceConnecting an eSATA device Using an eSATA deviceRemoving an eSATA device 8 External media cards 84 Chapter 8 External media cardsUsing Digital Media Slot cards Inserting a digital cardRemoving a digital card Configuring an ExpressCard Using ExpressCardsInserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards 9 Memory modules 90 Chapter 9 Memory modulesAdding or replacing memory modules 9. Remove the memory module from the expansion memory slot 8. Lift the memory module compartment cover 2 away from the computer92 Chapter 9 Memory modules 13. Tighten the 3 memory module compartment cover screws 10. Insert a memory module in the expansion memory slot12. Close the cover Adding or replacing memory modulesUpgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot 10. Insert a memory module in the primary memory module slot 9. Remove the memory module from the primary memory slotAdding or replacing memory modules 13. Tighten the 3 memory module compartment cover screws 14. Replace the battery12. Close the cover 16. Turn on the computer10 Security Protecting the computer Using passwords Setting passwords in WindowsSetting passwords in Setup Utility Administrator passwordManaging an administrator password Power-on passwordEntering an administrator password Managing a power-on password Entering a power-on passwordUsing antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical security updates Installing an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyLocating the fingerprint reader Registering fingerprintsUsing your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows A Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Exiting Setup Utility Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Using Setup Utility After either choice, the computer restarts in WindowsMain menu Setup Utility MenusSystem Configuration menu Security menuTo do this Diagnostics menuSelect SelectB Software updates Determining the BIOS version Updating the BIOSDownloading a BIOS update 118 Appendix B Software updates 5. Complete the installation by following the on-screen instructions1. Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start Computer Updating programs and drivers Symbols/Numerics IndexPage Page Page connecting 18 corporate WLAN connection wireless light, identifying 2 wireless module compartmentidentifying 8 wireless network WLAN WLAN device 11, 14 WLAN label 11 writable media 54 WWAN device