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HP CQ56-124CA, CQ56-110US Drives, External devices, Memory modules, Security, Backup and Recovery

Models: CQ56-104CA

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7 Drives
	Handling drives	38
	Replacing or upgrading the hard drive	39
	Removing the hard drive	39
	Installing the hard drive	40
	Using optical drives (select models only)	42
	Identifying the installed optical drive	42
	Playing a CD	42
	Removing a CD	42
8 External devices
	Using a USB device	44
	Connecting a USB device	44
	Removing a USB device	46
	Using optional external devices	46
	Using optional external drives	46
9 Memory modules
10	Security
	Protecting the computer	51
	Using passwords	51
	Setting passwords in the operating system	52
11 Backup and Recovery
	Performing a system recovery	54
	Backing up your information	55
12	Setup Utility (BIOS)
	Starting Setup Utility	56
	Using Setup Utility	56
	Changing the language of Setup Utility	56
	Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility	56
	Displaying system information	57
	Restoring factory default settings in Setup Utility	57
	Exiting Setup Utility	57
Appendix A Troubleshooting and support
	Troubleshooting	58
	The computer is unable to start up	58
	The computer screen is blank	58
	Software is functioning abnormally	59

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HP CQ56-124CA, CQ56-110US manual Drives, External devices, Memory modules, Security, Backup and Recovery, Setup Utility BIOS

Contents

HP Notebook User Guide Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice iv Safety warning notice 3 Networking Table of contents1 Welcome 2 Getting to know your computer5 Multimedia 6 Power management7 Drives 11 Backup and RecoverySetup Utility BIOS Appendix A Troubleshooting and supportAppendix B Routine care Appendix C SpecificationsAppendix D Electrostatic discharge Finding information 1 WelcomeFinding information Electrical and mechanical safety information Safety & Comfort GuideProper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits To access this guide2 Getting to know your computer Top Right side Left side Display Wireless antennas BottomAdditional hardware Lights TouchPadDescription ComponentDescription Button and speakersControl Center System Power Management ComponentKeys Component Right sideDescription Component Left sideDescription Description Display10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ComponentWireless antennas Description Bottom12 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ComponentDescription Additional hardwareAdditional hardware ComponentUsing Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Using an Internet service provider ISPIdentifying wireless and network status icons Creating a wireless connection Using a WLANUsing an Internet service provider ISP Turning wireless devices on and off Identifying wireless and network status iconsCreating a wireless connection Using a WLANSetting up a new WLAN Connecting to an existing WLANRoaming to another network Protecting your WLANConnecting to a local area network LAN Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only20 Chapter 3 Networking 2. Plug the other end of the cable into a network wall jackUsing the keyboard Using the TouchPad Using the keyboard4 Pointing devices and keyboard Function 22 Chapter 4 Pointing devices and keyboardAction key Setting pointing device preferences Using the TouchPadVideo Using the media activity controlsUsing the media activity controls Audio Webcam select models only 5 MultimediaCreate multimedia presentations AudioYour computer enables you to use a variety of audio features Play music Record sound Download music from the Internet1. Select Computer Control Center Adjusting the volumeWebcam select models only Checking your audio functionsVideo Shutting down the computer 6 Power managementShutting down the computer Setting power options Using battery power Using external AC powerInitiating and exiting Hibernation Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SuspendViewing the current power management settings Using battery powerUsing the Power icon Using power managementDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the battery Charging a battery 1. Select Computer Control Center Power Management Maximizing battery lifeManaging low battery levels Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level when external power is available Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Resolving a low battery levelDisposing of a used battery Using external AC powerReplacing the battery Testing an AC adapter Handling drives Replacing or upgrading the hard drive Using optical drives select models only7 Drives Handling drivesRemoving the hard drive Replacing or upgrading the hard driveInstalling the hard drive 9. Turn on the computer 6. Replace the battery 7. Turn the computer right-side up8. Reconnect external power and external devices 4. Close the cover 5. Tighten the hard drive cover screwsRemoving a CD Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Playing a CD3. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in a protective case Using optical drives select models only8 External devices Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Using a USB device Using optional external devicesUsing a USB device Using optional external drives Using optional external devicesRemoving a USB device 9 Memory modules 10. Insert a new memory module 8. Lift the memory module compartment cover 2 away from the computer48 Chapter 9 Memory modules 12. Close the cover 13. Tighten the memory module compartment screws 14. Replace the battery 15. Turn the computer right-side up17. Turn on the computer 16. Reconnect external power and external devices50 Chapter 9 Memory modules Protecting the computer Using passwordsProtecting the computer Using passwords 10 SecurityFunction Setting passwords in the operating systemOperating system passwords 52 Chapter 10 Security11 Backup and Recovery Performing a system recovery Backing up your information Changing the language of Setup Utility 12 Setup Utility BIOSStarting Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityExiting Setup Utility Restoring factory default settings in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information The computer is unable to start up A Troubleshooting and supportTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Contacting customer support LabelsAn external device is not working Software is functioning abnormallyThe computer is on but not responding The computer is unusually warmThe optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD The wireless network connection is not working2. Click Computer and then click System Monitor The computer does not detect the optical driveA disc does not play A movie is not visible on an external displayContacting customer support Component LabelsB Routine care Cleaning the display Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard64 Appendix B Routine care Cleaning the display Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Operating environment C SpecificationsInput power Input power Operating environment15 m to 3,048 m 68 Appendix C Specifications15 m to 12,192 m D Electrostatic discharge Index