HP Pavilion Dm3 3100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							1Introduction
This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including
connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on.
NOTE:Some of the features described in this guide may not be available on your computer.
Finding more information about your new computer
The following user guides and reference material are provided with your computer, either in print, on
the computer hard drive, or on an optical disc or SD Card:
●Quick Setup poster—Guides you through setting up your computer and turning it on. The poster
is located in the computer box.
NOTE:Refer to the poster for the location of your user guides and reference material.
●Getting Started—Contains information about your computer, including product-specific features,
backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications.
●Help and Support—Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting
tools, and technical support. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. For
country- or region-specific support, go to 
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or
region, and follow the on-screen instructions.
●Safety & Comfort Guide—Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and
work habits for computer users. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety
information. To access this guide, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. This guide
is also available on the Web at 
http://www.hp.com/ergo.
●Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices—Contains safety and regulatory information, and
battery disposal information. To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support > User
Guides.
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							2 Networking (select models only)
Your computer supports 2 types of Internet access:
●Wireless—Refer to 
Creating a wireless connection on page 2.
●Wired—Refer to 
Connecting to a wired network on page 9.
NOTE:You must set up Internet service before you can connect to the Internet.
Creating a wireless connection
Your computer may be equipped with one or more of the following wireless devices:
●Wireless local area network (WLAN) device
●HP Mobile Broadband Module (wireless wide area network (WWAN)
●Bluetooth® device
For more information on wireless technology, refer to the information and Web site links provided in
Help and Support.
Identifying wireless and network status icons
Windows 7
Icon Name Description
Wireless (connected) Indicates that one or more wireless devices are on.
Wireless (disconnected) Indicates that all wireless devices are off.
HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to create a
connection with an HP Mobile Broadband Module (select models only).
Wired network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are connected to the network.
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							Network (disabled/
disconnected)Indicates that all network devices are disabled in Windows Control Panel.
Network (connected) Indicates that one or more network devices are connected to a network.
Network (disconnected) Indicates that network devices are not connected to a network.
Network (disabled/
disconnected)Indicates that no wireless connections are available.
Windows XP
Icon Name Description
HP Connection Manager Opens HP Connection Manager, which enables you to
create a connection with an HP Mobile Broadband Module
(select models only).
Wireless (connected) Indicates that one or more wireless devices are on.
Wireless (disconnected) Indicates that all wireless devices are off.
Wireless network connection (connected) Indicates that one or more WLAN devices are connected to
a network.
Wireless network connection (disconnected) Indicates that one or more WLAN devices are not
connected to a network.
Network status (connected) Connected to the wired network.
Network status (disconnected) Not connected to the wired network.
Turning wireless devices on or off
Using the wireless button
NOTE:A computer may have a wireless button, a wireless switch, or a wireless action key on the
keyboard. The term wireless button is used throughout this guide to refer to all types of wireless
controls. Refer to the Getting Started guide for information on identifying the location of the wireless
button on your computer.
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							You can use the wireless button to simultaneously turn on or turn off the wireless network controller
and Bluetooth device. These devices can be controlled through Wireless Assistant (select models
only).
Using HP Wireless Assistant (select models only) to turn wireless devices on or off
A wireless device can be turned on or off using Wireless Assistant. If a wireless device is disabled in
Setup Utility, it must be reenabled in Setup Utility before it can be turned on or off using Wireless
Assistant.
NOTE:Enabling and turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect the computer to a
network or a Bluetooth-enabled device.
To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Show hidden icons icon, the arrow at the left of
the notification area, and position the mouse pointer over the wireless icon.
▲To open Wireless Assistant, double-click the wireless icon in the notification area.
If the wireless icon is not displayed in the notification area, complete the following steps:
Windows 7
1.Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Windows Mobility Center.
2.Click the wireless icon in the Wireless Assistant tile, which is located in the bottom row of
Windows® Mobility Center.
3.Click Properties.
4.Select the check box next to HP Wireless Assistant icon in notification area.
5.Click Apply.
6.Click Close.
For more information, refer to the Wireless Assistant software Help:
1.Open Wireless Assistant by clicking the wireless icon in Windows Mobility Center.
2.Click the Help button.
Windows XP
1.Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > HP Wireless Assistant.
2.Click Properties.
3.Select the check box next to Wireless Assistant icon in notification area.
4.Click Apply.
Using HP Connection Manager (select models only)
You can use HP Connection Manager to connect to WWANs using the HP Mobile Broadband Module
in your computer (select models only).
▲To start Connection Manager, click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at
the far right of the taskbar.
– or –
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							Select Start > All Programs > HP Connection Manager > HP Connection Manager.
For more details about using Connection Manager, refer to the Connection Manager software Help.
Using operating system controls
The Network and Sharing Center allows you to set up a connection or network, connect to a network,
manage wireless networks, and diagnose and repair network problems.
Windows 7
▲Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
Windows XP
▲Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections.
For more information, select Start > Help and Support.
Using a WLAN
A wireless connection connects the computer to Wi-Fi networks, or WLANs. A WLAN is composed of
other computers and accessories that are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point.
Connecting to an existing WLAN
Windows 7
1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. (Refer to 
Turning wireless devices on or off on page 3.)
2.Click the network icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
3.Select your WLAN from the list.
4.Click Connect.
If the network is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a network security code.
Type the code, and then click OK to complete the connection.
NOTE:If no WLANs are listed, you are out of range of a wireless router or access point.
NOTE:If you do not see the network you want to connect to, click Open Network and
Sharing Center, and then click Set up a new connection or network. A list of options is
displayed. You can choose to manually search for and connect to a network or to create a new
network connection.
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							Windows XP
1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. (Refer to 
Turning wireless devices on or off on page 3.)
2.Select Start > Connect to.
3.Select your WLAN from the list.
●If the network is unsecured, a warning is displayed. Click Connect Anyway to accept the
warning and complete the connection.
●If the network is a security-enabled WLAN, you are prompted to enter a network security
code. Type the code, and then click Connect to complete the connection.
NOTE:If no WLANs are listed, you are out of range of a wireless router or access point.
NOTE:If you do not see the network you want to connect to, click Set up a connection
or network. A list of options is displayed. You can choose to manually search for and
connect to a network or to create a new network connection.
After the connection is made, you can place the mouse pointer over the network icon in the
notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, to verify the name and status of the connection.
NOTE:The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN
implementation, router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural
barriers such as walls and floors.
Setting up a new WLAN
Required equipment:
●A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from
an Internet service provider (ISP)
●A wireless router (purchased separately) (2)
●The wireless computer (3)
NOTE:Some cable modems include a built-in router. Check with your ISP to see if you need a
separate router.
The illustration below shows an example of a wireless network installation that is connected to the
Internet.
NOTE:When setting up a wireless connection, be sure that your computer and wireless router are
synchronized. To synchronize your computer and wireless router, turn your computer and wireless
router off and then back on.
As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to
access the Internet.
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							For help in setting up your WLAN, refer to the information provided by your router manufacturer or
your ISP.
Protecting your WLAN
When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect
your network from unauthorized access. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and
airports may not provide any security. If you are concerned about the security of your computer in a
hotspot, limit your network activities to e-mail that is not confidential and basic Internet surfing.
Wireless radio signals travel outside the network, so other WLAN devices can pick up unprotected
signals. You can take the following precautions to protect your WLAN:
●Firewall—Checks both data and requests for data that are sent to your network, and discards
any suspicious items. Firewalls are available in both software and hardware. Some networks use
a combination of both types.
●Wireless encryption—Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) uses security settings to encrypt and
decrypt data transmitted over the network. WPA uses Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) to
dynamically generate a new key for every packet. It also generates different sets of keys for
each computer on the network.
Roaming to another network
When you move your computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to that
network. If the attempt is successful, your computer is automatically connected to the new network. If
Windows does not recognize the new network, follow the same procedure you used initially to
connect to your WLAN.
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only)
HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use wireless wide area networks (WWANs) to
access the Internet from more places and over larger areas than it can by using WLANs. Using HP
Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider, which in most cases is a mobile phone
network provider.
When used with mobile network provider service, HP Mobile Broadband gives you the freedom to
stay connected to the Internet, send e-mail, or connect to your corporate network whether you are on
the road or outside the range of Wi-Fi hotspots.
NOTE:You may need the HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number to activate mobile
broadband service. Refer to the Getting Started guide for the location of the serial number.
Some mobile network service providers require the use of a subscriber identity module (SIM). A SIM
contains basic information about you, such as a personal identification number (PIN), as well as
network information. Some computers include a preinstalled SIM. If the SIM is not preinstalled, it may
be included with the HP Mobile Broadband information provided with your computer, or it may be
provided separately by the mobile network service provider.
For information on inserting and removing the SIM, refer to 
Inserting a SIM on page 8 and
Removing a SIM on page 8.
For information on HP Mobile Broadband and how to activate service with a preferred mobile network
service provider, refer to the HP Mobile Broadband information included with your computer. For
additional information, see the HP Web site at 
http://www.hp.com/go/mobilebroadband (U.S. only).
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							Inserting a SIM
NOTE:To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the Getting Started guide.
1.Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the
operating system.
2.Close the display.
3.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
4.Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5.Remove the battery.
6.Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM into the slot until it is firmly seated.
CAUTION:When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the SIM slot on
the computer. If a SIM is inserted incorrectly, it could damage the SIM and the SIM connector.
To reduce the risk of damage to the connector, use minimal force when inserting a SIM.
7.Replace the battery.
NOTE:HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is not replaced.
8.Reconnect external power and external devices.
9.Turn on the computer.
Removing a SIM
NOTE:To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the Getting Started guide.
1.Shut down the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the
operating system.
2.Close the display.
3.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
4.Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5.Remove the battery.
6.Press in on the SIM, and then remove it from the slot.
7.Replace the battery.
8.Reconnect external power and external devices.
9.Turn on the computer.
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							Using Bluetooth wireless devices
A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable
connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as the following:
●Computers
●Phones
●Imaging devices (cameras and printers)
●Audio devices
Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network
(PAN) of Bluetooth devices. For information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, refer to the
Bluetooth software Help.
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)
HP does not recommend setting up one computer with Bluetooth as a host and using it as a gateway
through which other computers may connect to the Internet. When two or more computers are
connected using Bluetooth, and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) is enabled on one of the
computers, the other computers may not be able to connect to the Internet using the Bluetooth
network.
The strength of Bluetooth is in synchronizing information transfers between your computer and
wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. The inability to consistently
connect two or more computers to share the Internet through Bluetooth is a limitation of Bluetooth
and the Windows operating system.
Using GPS (select models only)
Your computer may be equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS). GPS satellites deliver
location, speed, and direction information to GPS-equipped systems.
For more information, refer to the HP Connection Manager software Help.
Connecting to a wired network
Using a modem (select models only)
A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable
(purchased separately). In some countries or regions, a specific modem cable adapter is also
required. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are not
compatible with the modem.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a
modem or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack.
If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference from TV and
radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the computer.
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							Connecting a modem cable
1.Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.
2.Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2).
Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter
Telephone jacks vary by country or region. To use the modem and the modem cable outside the
country or region in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country- or region-specific
modem cable adapter.
To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack,
follow these steps:
1.Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer.
2.Plug the modem cable into the modem cable adapter (2).
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