HP Pavilion 15 B100 Sleekbook Manual

							Buttons and speakers
Component Description
(1)
Power button
●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
the computer.
●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 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 
Intel Rapid Start Technology (select
models only) on page 38
To learn more about your power settings:
1.From the Start screen, type power.
2.Select Settings, and then select Power Options, or
see 
Managing power on page 38.
(2)  Speakers (2) Produce 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 Displays system information when pressed in combination
with the esc key.
(3)
Windows logo key Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the
Desktop.
NOTE:Pressing the Windows logo key again will return
you to the previous screen.
(4)  Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
(5)
Windows applications key Displays options for a selected object.
(6) num lock key Controls the function of the integrated numeric keypad. Press
the key to alternate between the standard numeric function
of an external keypad (selected the factory) and the
navigational function (indicated by the directional arrows on
the keys).
NOTE:The keypad function that is active when the
computer is turned off is reinstated when the computer is
turned back on.
(7)  Integrated numeric keypad Set at the factory to function like an external numeric
keypad. To alternate between this numeric function and the
navigational function (indicated by the directional arrows on
the keys), press the num lock key.
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							Bottom
Component Description
(1)  Battery bay Holds the battery.
(2)
Battery lock Locks and unlocks the battery.
(3)  Vents (4) 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.
(4)
Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.
Labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the computer. The labels are in easily accessible locations.
●Service label—Provides important information, including the following: 
NOTE:Your label may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Bottom
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							Component  
(1)Product name
(2)Serial number
(3)Product number
(4)Warranty period
(5)Model description (select models only)
Have this information available when you contact support. The service label is located on the
bottom of your computer.
●Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the computer. The regulatory label is
located on the bottom of your computer.
●Wireless certification label or labels—Provide information about wireless devices and the
approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved
for use. Your computer model includes one or more wireless devices; one or more certification
labels are included with your computer. You may need this information when traveling
internationally. Wireless certification labels are located on the bottom of your computer.
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							3 Connecting to a network
Your computer can travel with you wherever you go. But even at home, you can explore the globe and
access information from millions of websites using your computer and a wired or wireless network
connection. This chapter will help you get connected to that world.
Connecting to a wireless network
Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may be
equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:
●Wireless local area network (WLAN) device—Connects the computer to wireless local area
networks (commonly referred to as Wi-Fi networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate
offices, your home, and public places such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and
universities. In a WLAN, the mobile wireless device in your computer communicates with a
wireless router or a wireless access point.
●Bluetooth device (select models only)—Creates a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other
Bluetooth-enabled devices such as computers, phones, printers, headsets, speakers, and cameras.
In a PAN, each device communicates directly with other devices, and devices must be relatively
close together—typically within 10 meters (approximately 33 feet) of each other.
For more information about wireless technology, see the information and website links provided in Help
and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.
Using the wireless controls
You can control the wireless devices in your computer using these features:
●Wireless button, wireless switch, or wireless key (referred to in this chapter as the wireless button)
●Operating system controls
Using the wireless button
Your computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one wireless light. All of the
wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when
you turn on the computer.
The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of individual
devices. If the wireless light is white, at least one wireless device is on. If the wireless light is amber, all
wireless devices are off.
Because the wireless devices are enabled at the factory, you can use the wireless button to turn on or
turn off the wireless devices simultaneously.
Connecting to a wireless network
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							Using operating system controls
The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network,
manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems.
To use operating system controls:
1.From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings.
2.Type network and sharing in the search box, and then select Network and Sharing
Center.
For more information, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.
Using a WLAN
With a WLAN device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of
other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point.
NOTE:The terms wireless router and wireless access point are often used interchangeably.
●A large-scale WLAN, such as a corporate or public WLAN, typically uses wireless access points
that can accommodate a large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical
network functions.
●A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which allows several wireless and
wired computers to share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional
pieces of hardware or software.
To use the WLAN device in your computer, you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure (provided
through a service provider or a public or corporate network).
Using an Internet service provider
When you are setting up Internet access in your home, you must establish an account with an Internet
service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. The ISP will help
set up the modem, install a network cable to connect your wireless router to the modem, and test the
Internet service.
NOTE:Your ISP will give you a user ID and a password to use for Internet access. Record this
information and store it in a safe place.
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							Setting up a WLAN
To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following equipment:
●A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an
Internet service provider
●A wireless router (2) (purchased separately)
●A wireless computer (3)
NOTE:Some modems have a built-in wireless router. Check with your ISP to determine what type of
modem you have.
The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the
Internet.
As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to
access the Internet.
For help in setting up your WLAN, see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your
ISP.
Configuring a wireless router
For help in setting up a WLAN, see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP.
NOTE:It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using
the network cable provided with the router. When the computer successfully connects to the Internet,
disconnect the cable, and access the Internet through your wireless network.
Protecting your WLAN
When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect
your network from unauthorized access. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and
airports may not provide any security. If you are concerned about the security of your computer when
connected to a hotspot, limit your network activities to email that is not confidential and basic Internet
surfing.
Wireless radio signals travel outside the network, so other WLAN devices can pick up unprotected
signals. Take the following precautions to protect your WLAN:
●Use a firewall.
A firewall checks both data and requests for data that are sent to your network, and discards any
suspicious items. Firewalls are available in both software and hardware. Some networks use a
combination of both types.
●Use wireless encryption.
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							Wireless encryption uses security settings to encrypt and decrypt data that is transmitted over the
network. For more information, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and
Support.
Connecting to a WLAN
To connect to a WLAN, follow these steps:
1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If the device is on, the wireless light is on (white). If the
wireless light is amber, press the wireless button.
2.From the Desktop, tap or click the network status icon in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar.
3.Select your WLAN from the list.
4.Select Next.
If the WLAN is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a security code. Type the
code, and then select OK to complete the connection.
NOTE:If no WLANs are listed, you may be out of range of a wireless router or access point.
NOTE:If you do not see the WLAN you want to connect to, from the Desktop, right-click the
network status icon. On models with a touch screen, press and hold the network status icon. Then
select Open Network and Sharing Center. Select Set up a new connection or
network. A list of options is displayed, allowing you to manually search for and connect to a
network or to create a new network connection.
5.Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.
After the connection is made, place the mouse pointer over the network status icon in the notification
area, at the far right of the Desktop taskbar, to verify the name and status of the connection.
NOTE:The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN
implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural
barriers such as walls and floors.
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only)
A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable
connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following:
●Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA)
●Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone)
●Imaging devices (printer, camera)
●Audio devices (headset, speakers)
●Mouse
Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network
(PAN) of Bluetooth devices. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the
Bluetooth software Help.
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							Connecting to a wired network
Your computer supports a local area network (LAN) wired connection. A LAN connection uses a
network cable and is much faster than a modem connection, which uses a telephone cable. Both cables
are sold separately.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a
modem cable or telephone cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack.
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) 
Use a LAN connection if you want to connect the computer directly to a router in your home (instead of
working wirelessly), or if you want to connect to an existing network at your office.
Connecting to a LAN requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 (network) cable. 
To connect the network cable, follow these steps:
1.Plug the network cable into the network jack (1) on the computer.
2.Plug the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack (2) or router.
NOTE:If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (3), which prevents interference
from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer.
Connecting to a wired network
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							4 Enjoying entertainment features
Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your
music, and download and watch movies. Or, to make your computer an even more powerful
entertainment center, connect external devices like a monitor, projector, or TV, or speakers and
headphones.
Here are some of the entertainment features on your computer.
Component Description
(1)  Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(2)  HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows
you to video conference and chat online using
streaming video.
To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type c,
and then select CyberLink YouCam.
(3)  Internal microphone Records sound.
(4)
HDMI port  Connects an optional video or audio device, such as
a high-definition television, any compatible digital or
audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
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