HP Pavilion Dv3 2300 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

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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 light●White: TouchPad is enabled.
●Amber: TouchPad is disabled.
(2)TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
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							Component Description
(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 > Devices and Printers.
Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and select Mouse settings.
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 light On: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker
volume.
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							Component Description
(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.
(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.
Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)
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							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.
(2)Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
(3)Volume scroll zoneTo decrease the volume, slide your finger to the left on the scroll
zone or tap the minus sign. To increase the volume, slide your
finger to the right on the scroll zone or tap the plus sign.
(4)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.
(5)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.
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							Keys
Component Description
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with the
fn key.
(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.
Front components
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							Component Description
(1)Power light●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(2)Battery light●On: A battery is charging.
●Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has
reached a low battery level or a critical battery level.
●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.
(3)Drive lightBlinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
(4)Consumer infrared lensReceives a signal from the remote control (provided with select
models only).
(5)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
(6)Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
Right-side components
Component Description
(1)ExpressCard slotSupports an optional ExpressCard/34 module.
(2)Digital Media SlotSupports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital
(SD) Memory Card, Secure Digital Input/Output (SD I/O),
MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro
(MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD).
(3)Digital Media Slot lightBlinking: The media card is being accessed.
(4)eSATA/USB portConnects a high-performance eSATA component, such as an
eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device.
(5)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.
(6)RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
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							Component Description
(7)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(8)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.
(9)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
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)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
(4)Optical driveReads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical
discs.
(5)Optical drive light Blinking: The drive is being accessed.
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							Display components
Component Description
(1)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
(2)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(3)WebcamRecords audio and video and captures still photographs.
(4)Internal  display  switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while
the power is on.
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							Bottom components
Component Description
(1)Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
(2)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)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.
(4)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.
(5)Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive and the memory module slots.
Wireless antennas
On select computer models, at least 2 antennas send and receive signals from one or more wireless
devices. These antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
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							NOTE: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, Safety and Environmental
Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
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.
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