HP Pavilion Dm3 1100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							1 Getting started
Your computers main operating system is Microsoft® Windows®. Your computer may also feature HP
QuickWeb (select models only).
●The Microsoft Windows operating system displays the desktop on the display and controls your
computers hardware, peripherals, and software programs.
●If your computer includes QuickWeb, it allows you to quickly browse the Internet, view digital
photos, listen to music, or keep in touch using e-mail, instant messages, or Skype (select models
only), without having to boot your main operating system.
NOTE:To disable or reenable QuickWeb, refer to Chapter 10, Changing QuickWeb settings. You
can access the software Help when you are in QuickWeb by clicking the Help icon in the notification
area.
Using HP QuickWeb (select models only)
To start QuickWeb:
1.Turn on your computer. The HP QuickWeb screen opens.
2.Click an icon on the QuickWeb screen to start a program.
To start QuickWeb from Microsoft Windows:
▲Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Restart. Your computer
restarts and displays the QuickWeb home page.
NOTE:To learn more about HP QuickWeb, refer to the software Help included with QuickWeb.
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							2Features
Identifying hardware
To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, select Start > Control Panel > System and
Security. Then in the System area, click Device Manager.
You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager.
NOTE:Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.
You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running
utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information.
Components
Top components
TouchPad
Component Description
(1) TouchPad light●White: TouchPad is enabled.
●Amber: TouchPad is disabled.
(2) TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(3) Left TouchPad button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4)  TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.
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							Component Description
(5) TouchPad scroll zoneScrolls up or down.
(6) Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers.
Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and click Mouse settings.
Lights
Component Description
(1) Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(2) Mute lightOn: Computer sound is off.
(3)  Num lock light On: The embedded numeric keypad is enabled or num lock is
on for an optional external numeric keypad.
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							Keys
Component Description
(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 an arrow key, the num lk key, or the esc key.
(3)Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
(4)Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
(5) Embedded numeric keypad keysWhen the keypad has been enabled, the keys can be used like
the keys on an external numeric keypad.
(6) Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
(7) num lk key Enables/disables the embedded numeric keypad when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
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							Front components
Component Description
(1) Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(2) Battery lightOn: A battery is charging.
Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a
low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the
battery light begins blinking rapidly.
Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light is
turned off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the
computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off
until the battery reaches a low battery level.
(3)  Drive light White: The hard drive is being accessed.
Blinking: The hard drive or an optional external optical drive is being
accessed.
Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
Right-side components
Component Description
(1)Power light●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(2)Power switch
●When the computer is off, slide the switch to turn on the computer.
●When the computer is on, slide the switch briefly to initiate Sleep.
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							Component Description
●When the computer is in the Sleep state, slide the switch briefly to exit
Sleep.
●When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the switch briefly to exit
Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown
procedures are ineffective, slide and hold the power switch for at least 5
seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel >
System and Security > Power Options.
(3)Wireless light●Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
network (WLAN) device, a wireless wide area network (WWAN)
device, and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(4)Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not create a wireless
connection.
NOTE:To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must
already be set up.
(5)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
(6)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 operation.
(7)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.
Left-side components
Component Description
(1) Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2) AC adapter light●On: The computer is connected to external power.
●Off: The computer is not connected to external power.
(3) RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(4)  External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
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							Component Description
(5) HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
component.
(6) USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
NOTE:Select models can be configured with an optional
external USB optical disc drive. For more information, refer to
the printed Quick Setup poster.
(7) Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
●Memory Stick (MS)
●Memory Stick Pro (MSP)
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●xD-Picture Card (XD)
●xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H
●xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M
(8) Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the headphone jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
(9)  Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
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							Bottom components
Component Description
(1) Subscriber identity module (SIM) slot (select
models only)Located inside the battery bay.
(2) Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
(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) Memory module compartmentContains the memory module slot (2 slots on select models) and
wireless LAN (WLAN) module.
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
technical support through Help and Support.
(6)  Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive and wireless wide area network (WWAN)
module (select models only).
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							Component Description
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
technical support through Help and Support.
Display components
Component Description
(1)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
(2Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(3)Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.
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							Wireless antennas
Component Description
(1)WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWANs).
(2)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the device. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
antennas free from obstructions.
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental
Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
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