HP Pavilion Dm4 1000 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

1Features
Identifying the hardware
Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this
chapter identify the standard features on most computer models.
To see a list of hardware installed in the computer:
1.Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security.
2.In the System area, click Device Manager.
You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager.
Top components
TouchPad
Component Description
(1)TouchPad on/off button Turns the...

Lights
Component Description
(1)
Power light
●White: Power is on.
●Blinking White: The computer is in the Sleep state.
NOTE:Another power light is located on the left side of the computer.
(2)
Mute light Amber: Speaker sound is off.
(3)
Wireless light
●White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
NOTE:Wireless devices are enabled at the factory.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(4)  Caps lock light White: Caps lock is...

Power button and fingerprint reader
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.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows®
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power
button for at...

Keys
Component Description
(1)esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
(2)fn key Displays system information when pressed in combination with
the esc key.
(3)Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4)Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(5)Action keys Execute frequently used functions.
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Front components
Component Description
(1)Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats:
●Memory Stick (MS)
●Memory Stick Pro (MSP)
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
(standard and large size)
●xD-Picture Card (XD)
(2)Speakers (2) Produce sound.
Right-side components
Component Description
(1)  Optical drive light
●On: The optical drive is being accessed.
●Off: The optical drive is idle.
(2)  Optical drive...

Left-side components
Component Description
(1)
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.
(2)
External monitor port Connects an optional external display, such as a
monitor or projector, to the computer.
(3)
Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset
microphone, stereo array microphone, or
monaural microphone.
(4)
Audio-out...

Component Description
(10)  HDMI port Connects an optional HDMI device.
(11)  Combo eSATA/USB port Connects an optional USB device or high-
performance eSATA component, such as an
eSATA external hard drive.
Display components
Component Description
(1)Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on.
(2)Webcam light White: The webcam is in use.
(3)Webcam Records video and captures still photographs.
(4)Internal microphone Records sound.
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Bottom components
Component Description
(1)Battery bay Holds the battery.
(2)Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.
(3)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.
(4)Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.
(5)Memory/wireless module compartment Holds a wireless LAN module, a wireless WAN module,...

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 the Regulatory,...

Additional hardware components
Component Description
(1)Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
(2)AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.
(3)Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into
external power.
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information needed when troubleshooting system
problems or traveling internationally with the computer.
●Service tag—Provides important information...