HP Pavilion Dm4 3100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							1Introduction
This guide contains details about your computers components, such as ports and jacks. It describes
multimedia and other features. And it provides important security, backup, and recovery information.
NOTE:Some of the features described in this guide may not be available on your computer.
Important first steps
After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
1.Set up your wired or wireless network. For more information, see 
Networking on page 14.
2.Update your antivirus software. For more information, see 
Securing your computer and
information on page 74.
3.Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. For instructions, see 
Backup and recovery
on page 81.
4.Get to know your computer. see 
Getting to know your computer on page 4 and Pointing
devices and keyboard on page 23 for additional information.
5.Discover the software that is already installed on the computer by selecting Start > All
Programs.
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							Finding information
The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions
●How to set up the computer
●Identification of computer components
User Guide
To access this guide:
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.●Computer features
●Power management features
●Instructions for the following:
◦Connecting to a wireless network
◦Using the keyboard and pointing devices
◦Using the multimedia features of the computer
◦Maximizing battery life
◦Replacing or upgrading the hard drive and memory
modules
◦Protecting the computer
◦Performing a backup and a recovery
◦Contacting customer support
◦Caring for the computer
◦Updating the software
●Computer specifications
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and
Support.
NOTE:For country- or region-specific support, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or
region, and follow the on-screen instructions.●Operating system information
●Software, driver, and BIOS updates
●Troubleshooting tools
●Instructions for contacting customer support
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
To access this guide:
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.●Regulatory and safety information
●Battery disposal information
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide:
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
– or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/ergo.●Proper workstation setup
●Guidelines for posture and work habits that maximize your
comfort and decrease your risk of injury
●Electrical and mechanical safety information
Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet
This booklet is provided with your computer.HP customer support telephone numbers
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							Resource Contents
HP Web site
To access this Web site, go to 
http://www.hp.com/support.●Customer support information
●Information for ordering parts
●Software, driver, and BIOS updates
●Information about accessories for the computer
Limited Warranty*
To access the warranty:
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.
– or –
Go to 
http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments.Warranty information
*You can find the expressly provided HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located with the electronic 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 some 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
Please include your product number, warranty period (found on your serial number label), name, and postal address.
IMPORTANT:Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. For product support, see your product home page
at 
http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP.
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							2 Getting to know your computer
Top
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 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 Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
NOTE:For select models, the Intel® Rapid Start
Technology feature is enabled at the factory. Rapid
Start Technology allows your computer to resume
quickly from inactivity. For more information, see
Initiating Sleep or Hibernation on page 40.
(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.
(5) TouchPad light ●On: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
(6)  Fingerprint reader light●White: The fingerprint was read.
●Amber: The fingerprint was not read.
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							Buttons 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 least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, select Start >
Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options,
or see 
Setting power options on page 40.
(2)
Web browser button Opens the default Web browser.
(3)  Fingerprint reader Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
password logon.
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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 Windows Start menu.
(4) b key Enables or disables the Beats Audio bass settings (select
models only) when pressed in combination with the fn key.
Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that provides a
deep, controlled bass while maintaining a clear sound.
Beats Audio is enabled by default.
You can view and control the bass settings through the
Windows operating system. To view and control the bass
properties:
Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound >
Beats Audio Control Panel.
(5)
Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(6)  Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.
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							Front 
Component Description
(1)Digital Media Slot  Supports the following digital card formats:
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●Ultra High Speed MultiMediaCard (UHS/MMC)
(2)Speakers (2) Produce sound.
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							Right side 
Component Description
(1)  Optical drive  Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.
(2)  Optical drive eject button Ejects the optical disc.
(3)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/audio-in
(microphone) jackConnects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an
optional headset microphone.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE:The microphone function is operational only when
used with a headphone/microphone unit that has a 4-
conductor audio connector..
(4)
USB 2.0 port Connects optional USB devices.
(5)
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(6) Battery light
●White: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is fully charged.
●Amber: A battery is charging.
●Blinking white: The battery charge level is 12% or less
(recharge the battery as soon as possible).
●Off: The computer is not connected to external power.
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							Left side
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)  Vents 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.
(3)
Power light
●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(4)
Hard drive light
●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
NOTE:For information on HP 3D DriveGuard, see
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)
on page 59.
(5)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(6)
RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(7)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
device.
(8)
USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced
USB power performance.
NOTE:The USB 3.0 port is also compatible with USB 1.0
and USB 2.0 devices.
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