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HP CQ57-315NR, CQ57-439WM, CQ57-489CA, CQ57-489WM, CQ57-339WM manual A Traveling with the computer

Models: CQ57-439WM

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A Traveling with the computer

A Traveling with the computer

For best results, follow these traveling and shipping tips:

●Prepare the computer for traveling or shipping:

◦Back up your information.

◦Remove all discs and all external media cards, such as digital cards.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, remove the media from a drive before removing the drive from a drive bay and before shipping, storing, or traveling with a drive.

◦Turn off and then disconnect all external devices.

◦Shut down the computer.

●Take along a backup of your information. Keep the backup separate from the computer.

●When traveling by air, carry the computer as hand luggage; do not check it in with the rest of your bags.

CAUTION: Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. Security devices with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry-on baggage use X-rays instead of magnetism and do not damage drives.

●In-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. If you plan to use the computer during a flight, check with the airline in advance.

●If the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it separately.

●If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package “FRAGILE.”

●If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as an 802.11b/g device, a Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) device, or a General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) device, the use of these devices may be restricted in some environments. Such restrictions may apply onboard aircraft, in hospitals, near explosives, and in

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HP CQ57-315NR, CQ57-439WM, CQ57-489CA, CQ57-489WM, CQ57-339WM, CQ57-319WM, CQ57-310US, CQ57-314NR A Traveling with the computer

Contents

Reference Guide HP NotebookProduct notice Safety warning notice iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Audio Replacing the battery 9 Setup Utility BIOS and System Diagnostics 8 Maintenance7 Security Determining the BIOS version Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility BIOSExiting Setup Utility BIOS Updating the BIOSPage Finding more information about your new computer 1 IntroductionWireless-Refer to Creating a wireless connection on page Creating a wireless connectionIdentifying wireless and network status icons 2 Networking select models onlyUsing HP Connection Manager select models only Turning wireless devices on or offSetting up a new WLAN Using a WLAN select models onlyUsing operating system controls Connecting to an existing WLANProtecting your WLAN Roaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyInserting a SIM Removing a SIM Using GPS select models onlyUsing a modem select models only Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a wired network Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSConnecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Connecting a modem cable1. Select Start Control Panel 2. Click Clock, Language, and Region Selecting a location settingAdding new locations when traveling Viewing the current location selection1. Select Start Devices and Printers Connecting to a local area network LAN select models only12 Chapter 2 Networking select models only 3 Multimedia Using the media activity controlsAudio Checking audio functions on the computer Adjusting the volume1. Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Webcam select models onlyDisplayPort VideoHDMI Intel Wireless Display select models only Using CyberLink PowerDVD select models onlyConfiguring audio for HDMI Shutting down the computer 4 Power management2. Select Start Shut down Initiating and exiting Hibernation Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepSelecting a different power plan Using the power meterUsing power plans Viewing the current power plan1. Select Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options Using HP Power Manager select models onlySetting password protection on wakeup Customizing power plansFinding battery information Using battery powerUsing Battery Check Identifying low battery levels Displaying the remaining battery chargeMaximizing battery discharge time Managing 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 Using HP CoolSense select models only5 External cards and devices Using Digital Media Slot cards select models onlyInserting a digital card Inserting an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards select models onlyConfiguring an ExpressCard Removing a digital cardRemoving an ExpressCard Inserting a smart card Using smart cards select models onlyConnecting a USB device Using a USB deviceRemoving a smart card Connecting a 1394 device Using 1394 devices select models onlyRemoving a USB device Connecting an eSATA device Using an eSATA device select models onlyRemoving a 1394 device Removing an eSATA device Using optional external devicesUsing optional external drives Using the expansion port select models onlyUsing optional external devices Handling drives 6 DrivesUsing Disk Cleanup Using hard drivesUsing HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Using Disk Defragmenter1. Select Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound HP 3D DriveGuard Managing power with a parked hard driveUsing HP 3D DriveGuard software Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard statusTray load Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive select models only Inserting an optical discSlot load Removing an optical discTray load When the disc tray fails to open normally When the disc tray opens normallySlot load Sharing optical drives Using RAID select models only3. Select the Sharing tab Advanced Sharing 7 Security Using passwordsProtecting the computer Setting passwords in Setup Utility BIOS Setting passwords in WindowsAfter you set a user or administrator password, follow these Entering an administrator password Managing an administrator passwordEntering a power-on password Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Managing a power-on passwordInstalling an optional security cable Installing critical security updatesLocating the fingerprint reader Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyCleaning the sides and cover 8 MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning the displayUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Changing the language of Setup Utility BIOS 9 Setup Utility BIOS and System DiagnosticsUsing Setup Utility BIOS Starting Setup Utility BIOSRestoring factory settings in Setup Utility BIOS Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility BIOSDisplaying system information Updating the BIOS Exiting Setup Utility BIOSDetermining the BIOS version 1. Select Start Help and Support Maintain Downloading a BIOS updateUsing System Diagnostics A Traveling with the computer 58 Appendix A Traveling with the computer If you are traveling internationally, follow these suggestionsB Troubleshooting resources C Electrostatic Discharge Index Symbols/NumericsP passwords