HP Pavilion Dm1 4400 Notebook Pc Series Manual

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This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. To get the most
out of your computer, read this chapter to learn about best practices after setup, fun things to do with
your computer, and where to go to get more HP resources.
Best practices
To get the most out of your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we
recommend the following steps:
●Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore your new Windows®
features.
TIP:To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Desktop, press the
Windows logo key 
on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you
to the previous screen.
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in Connecting
to a network on page 13.
●Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. Go to 
Getting to know your computer
on page 3 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 18 for information.
●Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at 
Using antivirus software on page 60.
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See 
Backing up,
restoring, and recovering on page 66.
Fun things to do
●You know you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you can also
connect your computer to a TV and watch the video on TV? For more information, see
Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor on page 22.
●You know you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can also stream
live radio to the computer and listen to music or talk radio from all over the world? See 
Using
audio on page 19.
●You know you can create a powerful presentation with Microsoft applications. But did you know
you can also connect to a projector to share your ideas with a group? See 
Connecting an HDMI
TV or monitor on page 22.
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							More HP resources
You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. For product
details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions
●Overview of computer setup and features.
Windows 8 Basics guide
●Overview of using and navigating with Windows 8.
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, from the Start screen,
type help, and then select Help and Support from
the list of apps. For U.S. support, go to
http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For worldwide
support, go to 
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/
wwcontact_us.htm.●A broad range of how-to information and troubleshooting tips.
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide, select the HP Support
Assistant app from the Start screen, select My
computer, and then select User guides, or go to
http://www.hp.com/ergo.●Proper workstation setup.
●Guidelines for posture and work habits that increase your
comfort and decrease your risk of injury.
●Electrical and mechanical safety information.
Worldwide support
To get support in your language, go to
http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/
wwcontact_us.html.●Chat online with an HP technician.
●Email support.
●Find worldwide support telephone numbers.
●Locate HP service center locations.
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
To access this guide, select the HP Support
Assistant tile from the Start screen, select My
computer, and then select User guides.●Important regulatory notices.
Limited Warranty*
To access the warranty, select the HP Support
Assistant app from the Start screen, select My
computer, and then select Warranty and services,
or go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.●Specific warranty information about this computer.
*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your
computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. In some countries/regions, HP may provide a printed HP Limited
Warranty in the box. For countries/regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a printed
copy from 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments or write to:
●North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID 83714, USA
●Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy
●Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507
When you request a printed copy of your warranty, please include your product part number, warranty period (found on your
service label), name, and postal address.
IMPORTANT:Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. For U.S. support, go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html .
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							2 Getting to know your computer
Finding your hardware and software information
Locating hardware
To find out what hardware is installed on your computer:
1.From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel.
2.Select System and Security, and then in the System area, click Device Manager.
A list displays all the devices installed in your computer.
Locating software
▲To find out what software is installed on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click using
the mouse or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the Apps and then select the All
apps icon.
Front
Component Description
 Speakers (2) Produce sound.
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							Right side
Component Description
(1)  Digital Media Slot  Reads data from and writes data to digital memory cards
such as Secure Digital (SD).
(2)
Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE:When a device is connected to a headphone jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
(3)
Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(4)
USB 2.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
Using a USB device on page 41.
(5)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(6)
RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
Left side
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							Component Description
(1)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2) AC adapter light●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charging.
●Off: The computer is using DC power.
(3)
Security cable slot Attaches 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)  Vent Enables 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)
Hard drive light●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
NOTE:For information about HP 3D DriveGuard,
see 
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)
on page 52.
(6)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
component.
(7)
USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB 3.0 device and provides
enhanced USB power performance.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
Using a USB device on page 41.
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							Display
Component Description
(1)Internal display switch Turns 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 (WLAN).
(3)WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWAN).
(4)Internal microphone Records sound.
(5)Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows video
conferences and online chat by means of streaming video.
To use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink,
and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps.
(6)Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and
Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. To access Help
and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the list of apps
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TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad light●On: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
(2)  TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off.
(3)  TouchPad zone Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items
on the screen.
(4)  Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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							Lights
Component Description
(1)
Power light
●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Standby mode,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
(2)
Mute light●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer sound is on.
(3)
Wireless light
●White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(4)  Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
letters.
(5) TouchPad light
●On: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
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							Buttons
Component Description
(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 Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn
off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, from the Start
screen, type power options. Click Settings, and then
select Power Options from the options displayed or see
Managing power on page 33
(2)
Web browser button When the computer is in Microsoft Windows, press the
button to open the default Web browser.
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							Keys
Component Description
(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed
in combination with the b key or the esc key.
(3)
Windows logo key Displays the Start screen.
(4)
Windows applications key Displays options for a selected object.
(5)  Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
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