HP Pavilion Dm1 2100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

Left-side components
Component Description
(1)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.
(2)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(3) VentEnables 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...

Display components
Component Description
(1)Internal display switchTurns off the display if the display is closed while the
power is on.
(2)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(3)WebcamCaptures still photographs and videos.
NOTE:To capture videos, you must install additional
webcam software.
(4)Internal microphone Records sound.
12 Chapter 2   Hardware features 

Bottom components
Component Description
(1)Battery release latches (2)Release the battery from 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)Hard  drive  bay Contains the hard drive, the wireless LAN module slot, and
the memory module slot.
CAUTION:To prevent an...

Wireless antennas
Component Description
(1)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(2)WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWANs).
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions.
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of...

Additional hardware components
Component Description
(1)Power cord*Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
(2)Battery*Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into
external power.
(3)AC adapterConverts AC power to DC power.
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by country or region.
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Identifying the labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the computer.
●Service tag—Provides important information including the following:
◦Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your computer.
◦Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
◦Part Number/Product number (p/n) (3). This number provides specific information about...

3 Wireless and local area network
Using wireless devices
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,...

Identifying wireless and network status icons
IconNameDescription
Wireless (connected)Identifies the location of the wireless lights and the wireless
buttons on the computer. Also identifies the HP Wireless
Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or
more of the wireless devices are on.
Wireless (disconnected)Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the
computer and indicates that all of the wireless devices are
off.
HP Connection ManagerOpens HP Connection Manager, which enables...

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 (blue) 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 blue, at least one wireless device is on. If the wireless light is off, all...

Using HP Connection Manager (select models only)
You can use HP Connection Manager to connect to WWANs using the HP Mobile Broadband device in
your computer (select models only).
To start HP Connection Manager, click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at
the far right of the taskbar.
– or –
Select Start > All Programs > HP Connection Manager > HP Connection Manager.
For more details about using HP Connection Manager, refer to the HP Connection Manager software
Help.
Using operating...