HP Pavilion Dv7 7100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

1 Starting right
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. To get the most
out of your computer, read this chapter to learn about best practices after setup, fun things to do with
your computer, and where to go to get more HP resources.
Best practices
To protect your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we recommend the
following steps:
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in 
Connecting
to a...

Fun things to do
●You know you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you can also
connect your computer to a TV and watch the video on TV? For more information, see
Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor on page 25.
●You know you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can also stream
live radio to the computer and listen to music or talk radio from all over the world? See 
Using
audio on page 23.
●You know you can create a powerful presentation with Microsoft...

More HP resources
You have already used Setup Instructions to turn on the computer and locate this guide. For product
details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions
●Overview of computer setup and features.
Help and Support
To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and
Support. For more details, go to 
http://www.hp.com/
support.●A broad range of how-to information and troubleshooting tips.
Safety & Comfort Guide
To access this guide, select Start > Help...

2 Getting to know your computer
Finding your hardware and software information
▲Select Start > Computer.
A list displays all the devices installed in your computer, including optical drives, solid-state drives
(SSD), or a secondary hard drive.
To find out what software is included on your computer, select Start > All Programs.
Right side 
Component Description
(1)  Optical drive  Reads and writes to an optical disc.
(2)  Optical drive light ●Green or Amber: The optical drive is being accessed.
●Off: The...

Component Description
(5)
Hard drive light 
●Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
NOTE:For information about HP 3D DriveGuard,
see 
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)
on page 55.
(6)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device.
NOTE:For details about different types of USB ports, see
Using a USB device on page 46.
(7)  AC adapter light 
●White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Blinking white:...

Left side
Component Description
(1)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(2)  Vents (2) 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)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
device.
(4)
RJ-45 (network) jack...

Component Description
(7)
Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE:When a device is connected to a headphone jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
(8)  Digital Media Slot  Supports the following digital card...

Display
Component Description
(1)WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
(2)Internal microphone (1) Records sound.
(3)Webcam Records video, captures still photographs, and allows video
conferences and online chat by means of streaming video.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >
Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam.
(4)Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the...

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TouchPad
Component Description
(1)  TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on or off.
(2) TouchPad light 
●Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
(3)  TouchPad zone  Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items
on the screen.
(4)  Left TouchPad button  Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)  Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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Lights
Component Description
(1)
Power light
●White: The computer is on.
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
(2)  Caps lock light White: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
letters.
(3)
Mute light
●Amber: Computer sound is off.
●Off: Computer...