HP Pavilion Dv1700 Notebook Pc Series Manual

Keyboard and TouchPad
Hardware and Software Guide 2–15
Keypads
You can do keypad work with your computer by using the keypad 
embedded in the computer keyboard or by connecting an optional 
external keypad. The keypad embedded in the computer keyboard 
is called the embedded numeric keypad.
The embedded numeric keypad cannot be used while an external 
numeric keypad is connected to the computer.
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad
The embedded numeric keypad consists of 15 keys that can be 
used like the...

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Keyboard and TouchPad
Turning the Embedded Numeric Keypad 
On
 and Off
When the embedded numeric keypad is off, press fn+num lk 1 to 
turn the
 keypad on. The num lock light 2 is turned on. 
When the embedded numeric keypad is on, press fn+num lk to turn 
the keypad
 off. The num lock light is turned off. 

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Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys
You can temporarily switch the functions of an embedded 
numeric keypad key between its standard function and its keypad 
function.
■To use a key on the keypad as a keypad key while the 
keypad
 is turned off, press and hold fn while pressing the key.
■To use a key on the keypad as a standard key while the 
keypad is turned on: 
❏Press and hold fn to type with the key in lowercase.
❏Press and hold fn+shift to...

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Keyboard and TouchPad
Turning Num Lock Mode On and Off 
As
 Yo u Wo rk
To turn num lock mode on or off on an external numeric keypad 
as you work, press the
 num lk key on the external numeric keypad, 
not on the computer.
■When an external numeric keypad is turned on and is in num 
lock mode, the num lock light on the computer is on. 
■When an external numeric keypad is turned off or is turned on 
with num lock mode turned off, the num lock light on the 
computer is off. 

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Power
✎This chapter provides information on the functions and 
features of components when used in Microsoft Windows. If 
using QuickPlay (select models only), the functionality of 
some components may differ. Refer to the HP QuickPlay 
online Help for more information. 

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Power Sources
Selecting a Power Source
Use the following table to select a recommended power source 
for the way you plan to use the computer.
Ta s kRecommended Power Source
Work in most software 
applications■Charged battery pack in the computer
■External power supplied through one of the 
following devices:
❐AC adapter
❐Optional expansion product
❐Optional power adapter
Charge or calibrate a 
battery pack in the 
computerExternal power supplied through one of the...

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Hardware and Software Guide 3–3
Connecting the AC Adapter
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the 
equipment:
■Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all 
times.
■Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord 
from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the 
computer).
■If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug 
the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the 
power cord...

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Switching Between Battery and 
External
 Power
The computer runs on external power whenever external power 
is
 available to the computer. This conserves the charge in an 
inserted battery pack. External power can be supplied through 
an
 AC adapter, an optional expansion product, or optional 
combination power adapter.
Because the computer switches between battery power and 
external power according to the availability of external power: 
■If the computer is...

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Power Control and Light Locations
This illustration is provided as a quick reference to the locations 
of the power controls and lights on the computer. 
The function of each of these items is summarized in Chapter 1, 
“
Hardware.” Instructions for using these items are provided in 
this chapter.
✎There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The 
light on the power button is visible only when the computer is 
open; the other power light is always...

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Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown 
Overviews
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CAUTION: To avoid a complete battery discharge, do not leave your 
computer in standby for extended periods. Connect the computer to an 
external power source.
Standby
Standby reduces power to system components that are not in use. 
When standby is initiated, your work is stored in random access 
memory (RAM), the screen is cleared, and the power lights blink. 
When you resume from standby, your work is returned to the...