HP Pavilion Dv5 2100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

Removing a digital card
CAUTION:To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely
remove the digital card.
1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card.
NOTE:To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying window.
2.To remove a digital card:
a.Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far
right of the taskbar.
NOTE:To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject...

9 Memory modules
Adding or replacing memory modules
The computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer.
The memory capacity of the computer can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant
expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory
module slot.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord
and remove all batteries before installing a memory module....

8.Lift the memory/wireless module compartment cover (2) away from the computer.
9.Remove the memory module from the expansion memory slot:
a.Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module.
The memory module tilts up.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the
edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module.
b.Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and gently pull the module out of the memory
module slot.
To protect a memory module...

c.Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and right edges
of the memory module, until the retention clips snap into place.
11.Align the tabs (1) on the memory/wireless module compartment cover with the notches on the
computer.
12.Close the cover (2).
13.Tighten the memory/wireless module compartment cover screw (3).
14.Replace the battery.
15.Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
16.Turn on the computer.
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Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot
The expansion memory module slot is stacked above the primary memory module slot. To upgrade a
memory module in the primary memory module slot, follow these steps:
1.Save your work.
2.Shut down the computer.
If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing
the power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.
3.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer....

b.Grasp the edge of the memory module (2), and gently pull the module out of the memory
module slot.
To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.
10.Insert a memory module in the primary memory module slot:
a.Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the
edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module, and do not bend the
memory...

NOTE:If you removed a memory module from the expansion memory slot before removing the
primary memory module, replace the memory module in the expansion memory module slot.
12.Close the cover (2).
13.Tighten the memory/wireless module compartment cover screw (3).
14.Replace the battery.
15.Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
16.Turn on the computer.
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10 Security
Protecting the computer
Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup
Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
Follow the procedures in this guide to use the following features:
●Passwords
●Antivirus software
●Firewall software
●Critical security updates
●Optional security cable
NOTE:Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks
or prevent the computer from...

Use the following guidelines when setting a password in Setup Utility:
●A password can be any combination of up to 8 letters and numbers and is case sensitive.
●A password set in Setup Utility must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. A password set
in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt.
Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords:
●When creating passwords, follow requirements set by the program.
●Write down your passwords and store them in a secure place away from the computer....

PasswordFunction
Power-on password*●Protects access to the computer contents.
●After this password is set, it must be entered each time
you turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation.
CAUTION:If you forget your power-on password, you
cannot turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation.
NOTE:The administrator password can be used in place of
the power-on password.
*For details about each of these passwords, refer to the following topics.
Administrator password
Your administrator password...