HP Pavilion Dv3 1000 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							CategoryDescription 
DockingNo docking
Keyboard/pointing devices33.80-cm (13.3-inch) keyboard
 TouchPad
 2-way scroll
 Taps enabled as default
Power requirements●9-cell, 83-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery
●6-cell, 55-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery
 65-W HP Smart Adapter with localized cable plug support (2-wire plug with ground pin,
supports 2-pin DC connector)
SecuritySecurity cable slot
 Fingerprint reader with Digital Persona software support
Operating systemPreinstalled:
 Windows Vista® Business (32-bit)
 Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit)
 Windows Vista Premium (32-bit and 64-bit)
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
 AC adapter
 Battery (system)
 Hard drive
 Memory module
 Optical drive
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Display components
Component Description
(1)Wireless antennae (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with WLANs.
(2)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
(3)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(4)WebcamRecords audio and video and captures still photographs.
*The antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennae 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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							Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)
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 Maintenance > Power Options.
(2)MediaSmart buttonLaunches HP MediaSmart when the computer is on.
(3)Eject buttonEjects the CD, DVD, or BD.
(4)Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
(5)Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume. Slide your finger to the left to decrease
volume and to the right to increase volume. You can also tap the
minus (-) sign on the scroll zone to decrease volume, or tap the
plus (+) sign on the scroll zone to increase volume.
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							ComponentDescription
(6)Previous/rewind button●Plays the previous track or chapter when the button is
pressed once.
●Rewinds media when the button is pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(7)Play/pause buttonPlays or pauses media.
(8)Next/fast forward button●Plays the next track or chapter when the button is pressed
once.
●Fast forwards media when pressed in combination with the
fn key.
(9)Stop buttonStops playback.
(10)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.
(11)Fingerprint reader (select models only)Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help
and Support.
Keys
Component Description
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
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							ComponentDescription
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function key or the esc key.
(3)Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
(4)SpacebarTurns the keyboard lights on and off when pressed in combination
with the fn key (select models only).
(5)Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(6)Embedded numeric keypad keysCan be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
(7)Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
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							Lights
Component Description
(1)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(2)Power lights (2)*●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(3)Volume mute light●White: Computer sound is on.
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
(4)Volume down lightOn: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker
volume.
(5)Volume up lightOn: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker
volume.
(6)Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.
(7)Wireless light
●On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local
area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is
on.
●Off: All wireless devices are off.
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							ComponentDescription
(8)Battery light●On: 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.
(9)Drive lightBlinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
*The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The
power light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.
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 buttonEnables/disables the TouchPad.
(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 > Control Panel >
Hardware and Sound > Mouse.
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							Front components
Component Description
(1)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(2)Consumer infrared lensReceives a signal from the remote control (provided with select
models only).
(3)Audio-out (headphone) jackProduce sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
(4)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
(5)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
(6)Digital Media Slot light On: The Digital Media Slot is in use.
Right-side components
Component Description
(1)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
(2)eSATA/USB port Connects a high-performance eSATA component, such as an
eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device.
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							ComponentDescription
(3)HDMI port (select models only)Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.
NOTE:Depending on your computer model, the computer may
include an HDMI port or a USB port at this location.
(4)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(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
NOTE:Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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)ExpressCard slotSupports an optional ExpressCard/34 module.
(4)Optical driveReads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical
discs.
(5)Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
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							Bottom components
Component Description
(1)Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive.
(2)Vents (5)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)Memory module compartmentContains the memory module slots.
(4)Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
(5)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(6)Wireless module compartmentHolds a wireless LAN module.
NOTE: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.
(7)Bluetooth compartment Contains a Bluetooth device.
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