HP Pavilion 15 N300 Notebook Pc Series Manual

							Keys
Component Description
(1) esc key Reveals system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed
in combination with the esc key.
(3)
Windows key Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the
Windows desktop.
NOTE:Pressing the Windows key again will return you to
the previous screen.
(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) 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.
(6)  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 lock latch Unlocks the battery.
(2)  Battery bay Holds the battery.
(3)
Battery release latch  Releases the battery.
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							Component Description
(4)  Vents (6) 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.
(5)
Service door Provides access to the wireless LAN (WLAN) module
slot and the memory module slots.
CAUTION:To prevent an unresponsive system,
replace the wireless module only with a wireless
module authorized for use in the computer by the
governmental agency that regulates wireless devices
in your country or region. If you replace the module
and then receive a warning message, remove the
module to restore computer functionality, and then
contact support through Help and Support. From the
Start screen, type h, and then select Help and
Support.
Labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the computer.
IMPORTANT:All labels described in this section will be located in one of 3 places depending on
your computer model: Affixed to the bottom of the computer, located in the battery bay, or under the
service door.
For help finding these locations, refer to Getting to know your computer on page 4.
●Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting
support, you will probably be asked for the serial number, and possibly for the product number or
the model number. Locate these numbers before you contact support.
NOTE:Your service labels will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the
illustration that most closely matches the service label on your computer.
Component  
(1)Product name
(2)Serial number
(3)Product number
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							Component  
(4)Warranty period
(5)Model number (select models only)
Component  
(1)Serial number
(2)Product number
(3)Warranty period
(4)Model number (select models only)
(5)Revision number
●Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer.
●Wireless certification label(s)—Provide(s) information about optional wireless devices and the
approval markings for the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use.
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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) (select models only)
●Operating system controls
Using the wireless button
The computer has a wireless button, one or more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights,
depending on the model. 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 off, all wireless devices are off.
NOTE:On some models, the wireless light is amber when 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.
Using operating system controls
The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network,
and diagnose and repair network problems.
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							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.
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.
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							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.
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 the WLAN, follow these steps:
1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If the device is on, the wireless light is white. If the wireless
light is off, press the wireless button.
NOTE:On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off.
2.From the Windows 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.
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							4.Click Connect.
If the WLAN is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a security code. Type the
code, and then click 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 Windows desktop, right-
click the network status icon, and then select Open Network and Sharing Center. Click Set up
a new connection or network. A list of options is revealed, 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 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 PAN of Bluetooth
devices. For information about configuring and using Bluetooth devices, see the Bluetooth software
Help.
Connecting to a wired local area network (LAN)
Your computer supports a wired local area network connection, which uses a network cable (sold
separately).
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.
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							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.
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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.
Multimedia features
Here are some of the entertainment features on your computer.
Component Description
(1)  Internal microphones (2) Record sound.
(2)  Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(3)  HP TrueVision HD Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, allows
you to video conference and chat online using
streaming video.
From the Start screen, type c, and then select
CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.
(4)  Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical
disc.
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