HP Probook 6450 B User Guide

							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)Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(5)Integrated numeric keypad keysCan be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
(6)Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
Front components
Component Description
(1)Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use.
(2)Display release latch Opens the computer.
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							Component Description
(3)Wireless light●Blue: An integrated wireless device (select models only), such
as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, the HP
Mobile Broadband Module, and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
(4)Power light●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(5)Battery light●Amber: A battery is charging.
●Turquoise: A battery is close to full charge capacity.
●Blinking amber: 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 turns 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.
(6)Drive light ●Blinking turquoise: The hard drive or optical drive (select
models only) is being accessed.
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard
drive.
(7)Speaker Produces sound.
Right-side components
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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							Component Description
(1)Media Card ReaderSupports the following optional digital card formats:
●Memory Stick
●Memory Stick Pro
●Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)
●Memory Stick Duo Pro (adapter required)
●MultiMediaCard
●MultiMediaCard Plus
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●SD High Capacity Memory Card
●microSD Memory Card (adapter required)
●xD-Picture Card
(2)Upgrade baySupports an optical drive or a hard drive.
(3)USB portConnects an optional USB device.
(4)1394 portConnects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a
camcorder.
(5)RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
(6)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.
Component Description
(1)Media Card ReaderSupports the following optional digital card formats:
●Memory Stick
●Memory Stick Pro
●Memory Stick Duo (adapter required)
●Memory Stick Duo Pro (adapter required)
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							Component Description
●MultiMediaCard
●MultiMediaCard Plus
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●SD High Capacity Memory Card
●microSD Memory Card (adapter required)
●xD-Picture Card
(2)Upgrade baySupports an optical drive or a hard drive.
(3)USB portConnects an optional USB device.
(4)1394 portConnects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a
camcorder.
(5)Serial port Connects an optional device such as a serial modem, mouse, or
printer.
Left-side components
Component Description
(1)ExpressCard slotSupports optional ExpressCards.
(2)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.
(3)DisplayPortConnects an optional digital display device such as a high-
performance monitor or projector.
(4)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
(5)eSATA/USB port Connects a high-performance eSATA component, such as an
eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device.
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							Component Description
(6)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
(7)Audio-out (headphone) jack  Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
NOTE:When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
Rear components
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(2)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(3)Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
Component Description
(1)Security cable slotAttaches 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.
(2)RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
(3)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(4)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5)Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
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							Bottom components
Component Description
(1)SIM slotContains a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM) (select
models only). The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay.
(2)Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
(3)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(4)Accessory battery connectorConnects an optional accessory battery.
(5)Docking connectorConnects an optional docking device.
(6)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.
(7)Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive.
(8)Memory module compartmentContains an expansion memory module slot.
(9)Bluetooth compartmentContains a Bluetooth device.
(10)Upgrade baySupports an optical drive or a hard drive.
(11)Wireless compartment Contains an HP Mobile Broadband Module (select models only)
and a WLAN module (select models only).
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							Component Description
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.
Display components 
NOTE:Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Component Description
(1)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
NOTE:If there is a microphone icon next to each microphone
opening, your computer has internal microphones.
(2)Webcam light (select models only)On: The webcam is in use.
(3)Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs.
(4)Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed while
the power is on.
NOTE:The display switch is not visible from the outside of the
computer.
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							Wireless antennas (select models only)
NOTE:Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Component Description
(1)WWAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWAN).
(2)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLAN).
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. 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.
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							Additional hardware components
Component Description
(1)Power cord*Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.
(2)AC adapterConverts AC power to DC power.
(3)Battery*Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into
external power.
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Identifying the labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the computer.
●Serial number label—Provides important information, including the following:
Component
(1)
Product name
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							Component
(2)
Serial number
(3)Product number
(4)Warranty period
(5)Model description (select models only)
Have this information available when you contact technical support. The serial number label is
affixed to the bottom of the computer.
●Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the Windows Product Key. You may need the
Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is located inside the
battery bay.
●Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the computer. The regulatory label is
located inside the battery bay.
●Wireless certification label(s) (select models only)—Provide information about optional wireless
devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in which the devices have
been approved for use. An optional device may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device,
the HP Mobile Broadband Module (select models only), or an optional Bluetooth® device. If your
computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are
included with your computer. You may need this information when traveling internationally.Wireless
certification labels are affixed to the bottom of the computer or inside the battery bay.
●SIM (subscriber identity module) label (select models only)—Provides the ICCID (Integrated Circuit
Card Identifier) of your SIM. This label is located inside the battery bay.
●HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label (select models only)—Provides the serial
number of your HP Mobile Broadband Module. This label is affixed to the bottom of the
computer.
●Modem approval label—Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency
approval markings required by some of the countries or regions in which the modem has been
approved for use. You may need this information when traveling internationally. The modem
approval label is located inside the battery bay.
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