HP Pavilion 17 F200 Notebook Pc Series Manual

Left sideNOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.ComponentDescription(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.(2)AC adapter light●Amber: The battery is charging.
●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery 
is charged.
●Off: The computer is using battery power.
(3)RJ-45 (network) jack/status lightsConnects a network cable.
●White: The network is connected.
●Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(4) Vents (2)Enable airflow to cool internal components.NOTE:The...

ComponentDescription(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.(2)AC adapter light●Amber: The battery is charging.
●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery 
is charged.
●Off: The computer is using battery power.
(3)Security cable slotAttaches 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.(4)RJ-45 (network) jack/status lightsConnects a network cable.
●White: The network is...

DisplayComponentDescription(1)Internal display switchTurns 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).NOTE:Depending on your computer model, the number of 
antennas may vary.(3)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.(4)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.(5)WebcamRecords...

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TouchPad
ComponentDescription(1) TouchPad zoneReads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate 
items on the screen.NOTE:The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe 
gestures. For more information, see Edge swipes on page 33.
(2) Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.(3) Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.12Chapter 2   Getting to know your computer 

LightsComponentDescription(1)Power light●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-
saving state. The computer shuts off power to the 
display and other unneeded components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation 
is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of 
power.
(2) Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital 
letters.(3)Mute light●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer sound is on.
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Buttons and speakersComponentDescription(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 
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...

KeysComponentDescription(1) esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination 
with the fn key.(2) fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed 
in combination with the b key or the esc key.(3)Windows keyReturns 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 keysExecute frequently used system functions.NOTE:On select models, the f5 action key turns the 
keyboard backlight...

BottomComponentDescription(1)Battery lockLocks the battery in the battery bay.(2) Battery bayHolds 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 latchReleases the battery.(5) HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer (select 
models only)Provides superior bass sound.16Chapter 2   Getting to know...

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.
●Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting 
support, you will probably be asked for the...

3Connecting 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...