HP Envy 6 Service Manual

							Category Description
  HP Multi-Format Digital Media Reader supports the following digital card formats:
●MultiMediaCard
●Secure Digital (SD) Card
●Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) Card
●Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Card
Ports●3-pin AC power (non-smart pin)
●Audio-in (mono microphone), supports jack detection
●Audio-out (stereo headphone), supports jack detection
●HDMI version 1.4b supporting 1920p, 1920 ×1200 @ 60Hz
●RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)
●USB 3.0 (2 ports)
●USB 2.0 (1 port)
Keyboard/pointing
devices97% Duracoat, island-style black keyboard, no spill-resistance (in black finish)
97% Duracoat, island-style black keyboard, no spill-resistance (in black/silver finish)
Backlit, island-style keyboard in black finish (NA CTO onlly)
Backlit, island-style keyboard in black/silver finish (NA CTO onlly)
  TouchPad with multi-touch gestures
  Taps enabled as default
Power requirements Supports the following HP AC adapters:
●65-W (non-smart) PFC RC V EM 2-wire HP AC adapter
 Supports the following batteries:
●4-cell, 60WHr 4.1 AH Li-ion battery
Operating system Preinstalled:
●Windows 7 Home Basic (64-bit)
●Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
●Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
Serviceability End-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
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Display
Component Description
(1)Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE:The internal display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
(2)WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(3)Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(4)Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(5)HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows video
conferences and online chat by means of streaming video.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >
Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and
Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
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							Button, speakers, and subwoofer
Component Description
(1)
Power button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
the computer.
●When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
initiate Sleep.
●When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
button briefly to exit Sleep.
●When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
down briefly to exit Hibernation.
CAUTION:Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn
off the computer.
NOTE:For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid Start
Technology allows your computer to resume quickly from
inactivity. For more information, see the User Guide.
To learn more about your power settings, select Start >
Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options,
or see the User Guide.
(2) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(3)  HP Triple Bass Reflex SubwooferProvides superior bass sound.
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							Keys
Component Description
(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed
in combination with the b key, the spacebar, or the esc key.
(3)
Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4)  Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
NOTE:On select models, the f5 action key turns the
radiance backlight keyboard feature off or on.
(5)
Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
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							Lights
Component Description
(1)
Power light●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
NOTE:For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid
Start Technology allows your computer to resume
quickly from inactivity. For more information, see the
User Guide.
(2)
Mute light●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer sound is on.
(3)
Wireless light●White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(4)  Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
letters.
(5) TouchPad light●On: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
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							TouchPad
Component Description
(1)  TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off.
(2) TouchPad light
●On: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
(3)  TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items
on the screen.
(4)  Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Left side
Component Description
(1)
RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(2)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
device.
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							Component Description
(3)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced
USB power performance.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
the User Guide.
(4)
Digital Media Slot  Supports the following digital card formats:
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory
Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●Ultra High Speed MultiMediaCard (UHS/MMC)
(5)
Hard drive light
●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
NOTE:For information about HP 3D DriveGuard,
see the User Guide.
(6)
Power light●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
NOTE:For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid
Start Technology allows your computer to resume
quickly from inactivity. For more information, see the
User Guide.
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							Right side
Component Description
(1)  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.
(2)
Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(3)
Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE:When a device is connected to a headphone jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
(4)
USB 2.0 charging port Connects an optional USB device. The USB 2.0 charging
port can also charge select models of cell phones and MP3
players, even when the computer is off.
NOTE:A charging USB port (also referred to as a
powered USB port) allows you to charge connected USB
devices. Standard USB ports will not charge all USB
devices or will charge using a low current. Some USB
devices require power and require you to use a powered
port.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
the User Guide.
(5)  AC adapter light●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charging.
●Off: The computer is using DC power.
(6)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
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							Bottom
Component Description
Vents (2) Enable 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.
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							3 Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag, which is located on the bottom of the computer.
Item Description Function
(1)Product name This is the product name affixed to the front of
the computer.
(2)Serial number (s/n) This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to
each product.
(3)Part number/Product number (p/n) This number provides specific information about the
products hardware components. The part number
helps a service technician to determine what
components and parts are needed.
(4)Warranty period This number describes the duration of the warranty
period for the computer.
(5)Model description (select models only) This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate
documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
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