HP Pavilion Dm1 1100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

Connecting optional external drives
NOTE:For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to
use, refer to the manufacturers instructions.
To connect an external drive to the computer:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be sure
that the drive is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged.
1.Connect the drive to the computer.
2.If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC...

External devices
Using a USB device
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external
device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. Devices can be connected to
the system, an optional docking device, or an optional expansion product.
Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device.
For more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturers instructions.
The...

To remove a USB device:
1.Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar.
NOTE:To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden
icons icon (the arrow at the left of in the notification area).
2.Click the name of the device in the list.
NOTE:You are informed that it is safe to remove the hardware device.
3.Remove the device.
Using Digital Media Slot cards
Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and...

2.Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of options may be displayed.
Removing a digital card
CAUTION:To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely
remove the digital card.
1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card.
NOTE:To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying...

5 Memory modules
The computer has one memory module slot, which is located inside the hard drive bay. The memory
capacity of the computer can be upgraded by replacing the existing memory module.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord
and remove all batteries before installing a memory module.
CAUTION:Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Before beginning any
procedure, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity...

8.Lift the hard drive cover (2) away from the computer.
9.Remove the existing memory module:
a.Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module.
The memory module tilts up.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the
edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module.
b.Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and gently pull the module out of the memory
module slot.
To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe...

10.Insert a new memory module:
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges
only. Do not touch the components on the memory module, and do not bend the memory module.
a.Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot.
b.With the memory module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the hard drive bay, press
the module (2) into the memory module slot until it is seated.
c.Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying...

12.Tighten the 2 hard drive cover screws (3).
13.Replace the battery.
14.Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
15.Turn on the computer.
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6 Pointing devices and keyboard
Setting pointing device preferences
To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device
representing your computer, and select Mouse.
Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button
configuration, click speed, and pointer options.
Using pointing devices
Using the TouchPad
To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want the pointer
to go. Use...

Function Hotkey
Initiate Sleep.fn+f1
Switch the image.fn+f2
Decrease screen brightness.fn+f3
Increase screen brightness.fn+f4
Initiate QuickLock.fn+f6
Mute or restore speaker sound.fn+f8
Decrease device volume.fn+f10
Increase device volume.fn+f11
To use a hotkey command on the device keyboard, follow either of these steps:
●Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey command.
– or –
●Press and hold down the fn key, briefly press the second key of the hotkey command, and...