HP Pavilion Dv6 3200 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							Connecting to a WLAN
To connect to the WLAN:
1.Be sure that the WLAN device is on. If it is on, the wireless light is white. If the wireless light is
amber, press the wireless action key (f12).
2.Click the Network icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar.
3.Select your WLAN from the list.
4.Click Connect.
NOTE:If no WLANs are listed, you are out of range of a wireless router or access point.
●If the network is a security-enabled WLAN, enter a network security key (security code) at the
prompt and then click OK to complete the connection.
●If you do not see the network you want to connect to, click Open Network and Sharing
Center, and then click Set up a new connection or network. A list of options appears.
Search for and connect to a network or to create a new network connection.
After the connection is made, place the mouse pointer over the Network icon in the notification area to
verify the name and status of the connection.
NOTE:The functional range (how far your wireless signals travel) depends on WLAN implementation,
router manufacturer, and interference from other electronic devices or structural barriers such as walls
and floors.
More information about using a WLAN is available through:
●Your ISP and the user guides included with the wireless router and other WLAN equipment
●Help and Support information and Web site links
For a list of public WLANs near you, contact your ISP or search the Web. Web sites that list public
WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations, Hotspotlist, and Geektools. Check with
each public WLAN location for cost and connection requirements.
Roaming to another network
When you move the computer within range of another WLAN, Windows attempts to connect to that
network. If the attempt is successful, the computer is automatically connected to the new network. If
Windows does not recognize the new network, follow the instructions in “Connecting to a WLAN.”
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							Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only)
A Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable
connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as:
●Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA)
●Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone)
●Imaging devices (printer, camera)
●Audio devices (headset, speakers)
Bluetooth devices provide peer-to-peer capability that allows you to set up a personal area network
(PAN) of Bluetooth devices. For information on configuring and using Bluetooth devices, refer to the
Bluetooth software Help.
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)
HP does not recommend setting up a host, Bluetooth computer and using it as a gateway through which
other computers connect to the Internet. When two or more computers are connected using Bluetooth,
and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) is enabled on one of the computers, the other computers cannot
connect to the Internet using the Bluetooth network.
The strength of Bluetooth is in synchronizing information transfers between the computer and wireless
devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. The inability to consistently connect
two or more computers to share the Internet through Bluetooth is a limitation of Bluetooth and the
Windows operating system.
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							Connecting to a local area network
Connecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchased
separately). If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry (1), which prevents interference
from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable (2) toward the computer.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not connect a
modem or telephone cable to the RJ-45 (network) jack.
To connect the network cable:
1.Connect the network cable to the network jack (1) on the computer.
2.Connect the other end of the cable to a network wall jack (2).
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							4 Pointing devices and keyboard
Using pointing devices
Setting pointing device preferences
Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button
configuration, click speed, and pointer options.
To access Mouse Properties:
1.Select Start > Devices and Printers.
2.Right-click the device representing the computer.
3.Select Mouse settings.
Using the TouchPad
To move the pointer, touch and slide one finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want
the pointer to go. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external
mouse.
To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want the pointer
to go. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse.
NOTE:For more information about identifying the TouchPad components, refer to the “TouchPad
Buttons” section, earlier in this guide.
Turning the TouchPad on and off
The TouchPad is turned on at the factory. When the TouchPad is on, the light is off. When the TouchPad
is off, the light is amber. To turn the TouchPad on and off, quickly double-tap the TouchPad off indicator.
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							Using TouchPad gestures
The TouchPad supports a variety of TouchPad gestures. To activate the TouchPad gestures, place two
fingers on the TouchPad at the same time as described in the following sections.
NOTE: You can scroll and pinch anywhere on the TouchPad surface.
To enable or disable gestures, click the Synaptics icon in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar, and then check or uncheck Disable gestures. To enable or disable a specific gesture, select
Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse > Device settings > Settings, and then check
or uncheck the check box next to the gesture you want to enable or disable.
NOTE:The computer supports additional TouchPad features that are disabled at the factory. To view
and enable these features, click the Synaptics icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar,
and then click the Device Settings tab. Select the device, and then click Settings.
Scrolling
Scrolling is useful for moving up or down on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers on the
TouchPad and drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right motion.
NOTE:Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed.
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							Pinching
Pinching allows you to zoom in or out on items such as PDFs, images, and photos.
To pinch:
●Zoom in by holding two fingers together on the TouchPad, and then pull the fingers apart to increase
an objects size.
●Zoom out by holding two fingers apart on the TouchPad, and then pull the fingers together to
decrease an objects size.
Using the touch screen (select models only)
The touch screen allows you to make selections or activate items on the screen using your finger.
The touch screen functions with the default calibration or with a calibration set by another user. However,
HP recommends calibrating the touch screen. Calibration optimizes digitizer performance for all users
and particularly for left-handed users.
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							Calibrating the touch screen
To calibrate touch:
1.Double-click the calibration desktop icon.
– or –
Select Start > Control Panel > Tablet Properties > Calibrate Touch tab.
2.Follow the on-screen instructions.
●Use your finger to touch the exact center of each of the calibration markers. The calibration
markers are displayed on the screen as plus signs (+). This will calibrate the touch.
●Be sure to calibrate the touch for use in all 4 screen orientations. Use the screen rotate button
on the display to rotate the screen to a new orientation.
●Do not change the screen orientation until you have completed the calibration.
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							Performing actions on the touch screen
Use a plastic computer pen or your fingernail to perform click or flick actions.
The instructions in this section are based on the preferences set at the factory. To modify settings for
recognized clicks and flicks, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Input
Devices.
Performing clicks
To perform clicks on the touch screen:
●Tap an item to select it as you would with the left button of an external mouse.
●Tap and hold on an item to select it as you would with the right button of an external mouse.
●Tap an item twice to double-click as you would with the left button of an external mouse.
Performing flicks
NOTE:Flicks are not recognized by some software programs.
To perform flicks on the touch screen:
●Flick upward to scroll up.
●Flick downward to scroll down.
●Flick to the left to navigate back a page or screen.
●Flick to the right to navigate forward a page or screen.
Changing or testing click settings
To change or test click settings:
1.Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Input Devices > Pen
Options tab.
2.Under Pen actions, select the action, and then click Settings.
3.Make changes or test the settings, and then click OK.
NOTE:Pen button options are not supported.
Changing or creating flick assignments
To change or create flick assignments:
1.Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Pen and Input Devices > Flicks tab.
2.Click Navigational flicks and editing flicks, and then click Customize.
3.Follow the on-screen instructions to change or create a flick assignment.
4.Click OK.
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							Setting touch screen preferences
To set touch screen preferences:
●For clicks, flicks, and visual feedback, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound >
Pen and Input Devices. These preferences are specific to the touch screen and the computer.
●For left-handed or right-handed users, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound >
Tablet PC Settings > General tab. These preferences are specific to the touch screen and the
computer.
●For pointer speed, click speed, and mouse trails, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and
Sound > Mouse. These preferences apply to any pointing device in the system.
Connecting an external mouse
Connect an external USB mouse to the computer using one of the USB ports on the computer. A USB
mouse also connects to the computer by using optional docking device ports or optional expansion
product.
Using the action keys
Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard.
To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function.
NOTE:Depending on the application you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a
specific shortcut menu within that application.
NOTE:The action key feature is enabled at the factory. You can disable this feature in Setup Utility.
If this feature is disabled in Setup Utility, you will need to press fn and an action key to activate the
assigned function. Refer to the “Setup Utility (BIOS)” chapter for additional information.
IconDescription
Opens Help and Support, which provides information about the Windows operating system and computer, answers
to questions and tutorials, and updates to the computer.
Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting and links to support specialists.
Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key. 
Increases the screen brightness level incrementally when you hold down this key.
Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected
to the computer, pressing this key alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to
simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor. 
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							IconDescription
Most external monitors receive video information from the computer using the external VGA video standard. The f4
key (switch screen image key) also alternates images among other devices that are receiving video information from
the computer.
Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a BD.
Plays, pauses, or resumes an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.
Stops audio or video playback of a CD, a DVD, or a BD.
Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
Decreases speaker sound incrementally when you hold down this key.
Increases speaker sound incrementally when you hold down this key.
Mutes or restores speaker sound. 
Turns the wireless feature on or off. 
NOTE:This key does not establish a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network
must be set up.
Initiates QuickLock.
prt scTakes a snapshot or picture of the computer screen and copies it to the clipboard.
Turns the keyboard backlight on and off (select models only).
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