HP Pavilion Dv3 4300 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							Setup Utility menus
The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options.
NOTE:Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your
computer.
Main menu
Select To do this
System information
●View and change the system time and date.
●View identification information about the computer.
●View specification information about the processor, memory size,
system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models
only).
Security menu
Select To do this
Administrator password Enter, change, or delete an administrator password.
Power-On Password Enter, change, or delete a power-on password.
System Configuration menu
Select To do this
Language Support Change the Setup Utility language.
Button Sound (select models only) Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound.
Virtualization Technology (select models only) Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology.
Processor C6 State (select models only) Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state.
LAN Power Saving (select models only) Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, saves power when
the computer is in DC mode.
Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models
only)Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving.
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							Select To do this
Fan Always On Enable/disable Fan Always On. When enabled, the computer fan will
always be on.
Boot Options Set the following boot options:
●f10 and f12 Delay (seconds)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12
functions of Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10,
15, 20).
●CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM.
●Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette.
●Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal
Network Adapter.
●Boot Order―Set the boot order for:
◦Hard drive
◦Internal CD/DVD ROM drive
◦USB Diskette on Key/USB hard disk
◦USB CD/DVD ROM drive
◦USB floppy
◦Network adapter
Diagnostics menu
Select To do this
Hard Disk Self Test Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.
NOTE:On models with two hard drives, this menu option is called
Primary Hard Disk Self Test.
Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models
only)Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive.
Memory Test Run a diagnostic test on the system memory.
102 Appendix A   Setup Utility 
						

							B Software updates
Updated versions of the software provided with your computer may be available on the HP Web site.
Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called
SoftPaqs.
Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding
installing and troubleshooting the file.
To update the software, follow these steps, which are explained in the remainder of this guide:
1.Identify your computer model, product category, and series or family. Prepare for a system BIOS
update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer.
If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing
any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
NOTE:The computer system BIOS is stored on the system ROM. The BIOS initializes the
operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and
provides for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date.
NOTE:Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your
computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing
applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more
information.
2.Access the updates on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com.
3.Install the updates.
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							Updating the BIOS
To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you currently have, and then download and
install the new BIOS.
Determining the BIOS version
To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently
installed on the computer, you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed.
BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing
fn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by opening Setup Utility.
To use Setup Utility for displaying BIOS information:
1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.
2.If Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to select
the Main menu.
When the Main menu is selected, BIOS and other system information is displayed.
3.To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then
press enter.
Downloading a BIOS update
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and
install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC
adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power,
docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the
download and installation, follow these instructions:
Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation.
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
To download a BIOS update:
1.Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your computer:
Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates.
2.Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you
want to download.
3.At the download area, follow these steps:
a.Identify the BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your
computer. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. You may need this information
to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive.
b.Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to the hard drive.
104 Appendix B   Software updates 
						

							Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update will be
downloaded. You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the update.
NOTE:If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before
installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the
download is complete. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps:
1.Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > Computer.
2.Double-click your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:).
3.Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that contains
the update.
4.Double-click the file that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe).
The BIOS installation begins.
5.Complete the installation by following the on-screen instructions.
The system automatically shuts down after the BIOS has successfully updated.
NOTE:After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the
downloaded file from your hard drive.
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							Updating programs and drivers
To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps:
To use the HP Web site:
1.Open your Web browser, go to 
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region.
2.Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the
Search box, and then press enter.
– or –
If you want a specific SoftPaq, enter the SoftPaq number in the Search box, press enter, and
follow the instructions provided. Proceed to step 6.
3.Click your specific product from the models listed.
4.Select your operating system.
5.When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing
additional information.
6.Click Install now to install the updated driver.
NOTE:In some locations you may be able to download the driver and install it later. To do this,
click Download only to save the file to your computer. When prompted, click Save and then
select a storage location on your hard drive. After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder
where the file was stored, and double-click the file to install.
7.If prompted to do so, restart your computer after the installation is complete, and then verify the
operation of the device.
106 Appendix B   Software updates 
						

							Index
Symbols/Numerics
1394 Power Saving 101
A
AC adapter
connecting 50
identifying 10
testing 51
action keys
decreasing screen
brightness 30
decreasing the speaker
volume 30, 34
Help and Support 30
identifying 4
increasing screen
brightness 30
increasing the speaker
volume 31, 34
muting or restoring the speaker
volume 31, 34
playing the next track/section
on a CD, DVD, or BD 30
playing the previous track/
section on a CD, DVD, or
BD 30
playing, pausing, or resuming a
CD, DVD, or BD 30
printing the screen 31
stopping a CD, DVD, or
BD 30
switching screen image 30
turning the wireless features on
or off 31
using 30
wireless 13
administrator password
creating 89
entering 89
managing 89airport security devices 64
antennas 8
antivirus software, using 91
applications key, Windows 4
audio devices, connecting
external 37
audio functions, checking 37
audio-in (microphone) jack 34
audio-in (microphone) jack,
identifying 6
audio-out (headphone) jack 34
audio-out (headphone) jack,
identifying 6
AutoPlay 67
B
battery
calibrating 56
charging 53, 56
conserving power 59
discharging 54
disposing 60
inserting 52
low battery levels 54
recharging 59
removing 52
replacing 60
storing 59
battery bay 10
battery bay, identifying 8
Battery Check 52
battery light 53, 54
battery light, identifying 5
battery power 51
battery release latch 52
battery release latch,
identifying 8
battery temperature 59
battery, identifying 10bays
battery 8, 10
hard drive 8
BD
playing 67
removing 70
BIOS, updating 104
Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW
SuperMulti DL Drive 65
Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD
±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 65
Bluetooth device 12, 21
Bluetooth label 10
boot options 102
boot order 102
button sound 101
buttons
left TouchPad 1
power 3
right TouchPad 1
TouchPad, on/off button 1
C
cables
eSATA 77
LAN 25
USB 75
caps lock light, identifying 2
Card Reader Power Saving 101
CD
burning 69
copying 69
playing 67
removing 70
CD drive 64
Certificate of Authenticity label 10
charging batteries 53, 56
compartments
memory module 8
wireless module 8
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							components
additional hardware 9
bottom 8
display 7
front 4
left-side 6
right-side 5
top 1
connecting to a WLAN 16
connection, external power 50
conservation, power 59
copyright warning 68
cord, power 10
corporate WLAN connection 16
critical battery level 55
critical security updates,
installing 93
D
default settings, restoring 99
device drivers
HP drivers 45
Windows drivers 46
Diagnostics menu 102
digital card
defined 78
inserting 78
removing 79
stopping 79
Digital Media Slot, identifying 5
Disk Cleanup software 71
Disk Defragmenter software 70
disk performance 70
display image, switching 30
drive light 71
drive light, identifying 7
drive media 47
drives
boot order 102
hard 73
optical 64
DVD
burning 69
changing region setting 68
copying 69
playing 67
removing 70
DVD drive 64
DVD region settings 68E
earbuds 34
encryption 16
End hotkey 32
eSATA cable, connecting 77
eSATA devices
connecting 77
description 77
removing 77
stopping 77
eSATA/USB port, identifying 6
esc key, identifying 4
external audio devices,
connecting 37
external monitor port 39
external monitor port,
identifying 6
F
fan always on 102
fingerprint reader 94
fingerprint reader light,
identifying 2
fingerprint reader location 95
fingerprint reader, identifying 3
firewall 16
firewall software, using 92
fn key, identifying 4, 32
H
hard disk drive
HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive
Protection 71
installing 73
removing 73
replacing 73
hard drive
HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive
Protection 71
identifying 8
installing 73
removing 73
replacing 73
hard drive self test 102
hardware, identifying 1
HDMI port 39
HDMI, connecting 39
headphone (audio-out) jack 6, 34
headphones 34
Help and Support key 30Hibernation
exiting 48
initiated during critical battery
level 55
initiating 48
high-definition devices,
connecting 39
Home hotkey 32
hotkeys
description 32
display system information 32
End 32
Home 32
page down 32
page up 32
using 32
HP Mobile Broadband Module 18
HP Mobile Broadband Module
serial number label 11
HP Mobile Broadband,
disabled 18
HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive
Protection 71
HP USB Ethernet Adapter,
connecting 25
HP Wireless Assistant
software 14
hubs 75
I
icons
network 13, 23
wireless 13
installed drives, identifying 63
integrated webcam light,
identifying 7
interference, minimizing 24
internal microphones,
identifying 7, 34
Internet connection setup 15
issues, resolving 41
J
jacks
audio-in (microphone) 6, 34
audio-out (headphone) 6, 34
RJ-45 (network) 6
K
keyboard hotkeys, identifying 32
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							keys
action 4
esc 4
fn 4
Windows applications 4
Windows logo 4
L
labels
Bluetooth 10
HP Mobile Broadband
Module 11
Microsoft Certificate of
Authenticity 10
regulatory 10
service tag 10
SIM 11
wireless certification 10
WLAN 10
LAN Power Saving 101
language support 101
latch, battery release 8
left TouchPad button,
identifying 1
light, drive 71
lights
battery 5
caps lock 2
drive 7
fingerprint reader 2
mute 2
power 2, 7
RJ-45 (network) 6
TouchPad 2
webcam 7
wireless 2
local area network (LAN)
cable required 25
connecting cable 25
low battery level 54
M
Main menu 101
maintenance
Disk Cleanup 71
Disk Defragmenter 70
managing a power-on
password 90
managing an administrator
password 89media activity action keys 35
media controls
decrease volume action
key 30
increase volume action
key 31
mute or restore action key 31
next track/section action
key 30
play, pause, or resume action
key 30
previous track/section action
key 30
stop action key 30
turn wireless on/off action
key 31
MediaSmart
starting 36
using 36
MediaSmart software 36
memory module
adding 80
inserting 84
removing 81, 83
replacing 80, 83
upgrading primary 83
memory module compartment,
identifying 8
memory test 102
memory, replacing memory
modules 80, 83
memory/wireless module
compartment cover
removing 81
replacing 82
microphone (audio-in) jack 6
microphones, internal 34
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
label 10
minimizing interference 24
monitor, connecting 39
mouse, external
setting preferences 26
multimedia components,
identifying 33
multimedia software
using 36
mute light, identifying 2N
network cable
connecting 25
noise suppression circuitry 25
network icon 13, 23
network jack, identifying 6
network key 23
network security codes
network key 23
SSID 23
noise suppression circuitry,
network cable 25
O
operating system
Microsoft Certificate of
Authenticity label 10
Product Key 10
optical disc
removing 70
optical drive 64
optical drive, identifying 5
P
page down hotkey 32
page up hotkey 32
passwords
administrator 88
power-on 89
set in Setup Utility 88
set in Windows 87
pinching TouchPad gesture 28
pointing devices, setting
preferences 26
ports
eSATA/USB 6
external monitor 39
HDMI 39
USB 5, 75
power
connecting 50
conserving 59
power button, identifying 3
power connector, identifying 5
power cord, identifying 10
power light, identifying 2, 7
power-on password
creating 90
entering 90
managing 90
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							Processor C6 State 101
Product Key 10
product name and number,
computer 10
programs
updating 106
using 36
projector, connecting 39
public WLAN connection 16
R
readable media 47
region codes, DVD 68
registering fingerprints 95
regulatory information
regulatory label 10
wireless certification labels 10
right TouchPad button,
identifying 1
RJ-45 (network) jack,
identifying 6
RJ-45 (network) lights,
identifying 6
rotating TouchPad gesture 28
S
screen brightness keys 30
screen image, switching 30
scrolling TouchPad gesture 27
secondary hard drive self
test 102
security cable slot 6
security cable, installing 94
Security menu 101
security, wireless 15
serial number, computer 10
service tag 10
setup of WLAN 15
Setup Utility
changing the language 98
displaying system
information 99
exiting 99
menus 101
navigating 98
passwords set in 88
restoring default settings 99
selecting 98
starting 97
shutdown 60shutting down 60
SIM
inserting 18
removing 19
SIM label 11
Sleep
exiting 47
initiating 47
software
Disk Cleanup 71
Disk Defragmenter 70
HP Wireless Assistant 14
MediaSmart 36
updating 103
using 36
solid-state drive (SSD) 63
speakers 5, 34
storing battery 59
SuperMulti LightScribe DVD±RW
and CD-RW Combo Drive with
DL support 65
System Configuration menu 101
system information hotkey 32
system information,
displaying 99, 101
T
temperature 59
TouchPad
buttons 1
gestures 26
identifying 1
using 26
TouchPad gestures
pinching 28
rotating 28
scrolling 27
zooming 28
TouchPad light, identifying 2
TouchPad on/off button,
identifying 1
traveling with the computer 59
troubleshooting
device driver 45
disc burning 44
disc play 43
external display 44
HP device drivers 45
optical disc tray 41optical drive detection 42
Windows drivers 46
turning off the computer 60
U
unresponsive system 60
updates, software 103
USB cable, connecting 75
USB devices
connecting 75
description 75
removing 75
stopping 75
USB hubs 75
USB ports, identifying 5, 75
V
vents, identifying 8
Virtualization Technology 101
W
webcam
adjusting the properties 41
identifying 7
using 41
webcam light 34
Windows applications key,
identifying 4
Windows logo key, identifying 4
Windows, passwords set in 87
wireless antennas 8
Wireless Assistant software 13
wireless certification label 10
wireless controls
action key 13
HP Wireless Assistant
software 13
operating system 13
wireless icon 13
wireless light 13
wireless light, identifying 2
wireless module compartment,
identifying 8
wireless network (WLAN)
connecting 16
corporate WLAN
connection 16
equipment needed 15
functional range 17
public WLAN connection 16
security 15
110 Index