Compaq Switch 6 User's Guide

Compaq Mini User Guide

(4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing d

KeysComponent Description(1) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions whenpressed in combination with the fn key.(2) fn key Executes

Component Description(1) Power light●On: The computer is on.●Blinking: The computer is in Sleep.●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.(2) Powe

Right-side componentsComponent Description(1) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.(2) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digi

Component Description(2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.(3) AC adapter light●On: The computer is connected to externalpower.●Off: The comput

Component Description(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.(2) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while thepower is on.NO

Component DescriptionNOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to coolinternal components and prevent overheating. It is normalfor the internal f

Additional hardware componentsComponent Description(1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.(2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power

Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixedto the bottom of the computer.●Microsoft® Certific

2 Power managementSetting power optionsUsing power-saving statesThe computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation

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Initiating and exiting HibernationThe system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 minutes of inactivity when running onbattery po

Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select a powerplan from the list.Customizing a power plan1. Clic

When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur:●The computer switches to battery power.●The display brightness is automatically dec

You can keep a battery in the computer or in storage, depending on how you work. Keeping the batteryin the computer whenever the computer is plugged i

2. Slide the battery release latches (1) to release the battery, and then remove the battery (2).Charging a batteryWARNING! Do not charge the computer

Maximizing battery discharge timeBattery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on battery power. Maximumdischarge time gradual

Resolving a low battery levelCAUTION: To reduce the risk of losing information when the computer reaches a critical battery leveland has initiated Hib

To fully charge the battery:1. Insert the battery into the computer.2. Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansi

To discharge a battery:1. Unplug the computer from its external power source, but do not turn off the computer.2. Run the computer on battery power un

●Use the fn+f3 and fn+f4 hotkeys to adjust screen brightness as needed.●If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the comput

Safety warning noticeWARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do notplace the computer directly on

If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try thefollowing emergency procedures in the sequence pro

3InternetYour computer supports the following types of Internet access:●Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a broadband network using t

Connecting to a wired networkConnecting to a local area network (LAN) requires an 8-pin, RJ-45 network cable (purchasedseparately). If the network cab

Connecting to a wireless networkUsing wireless devicesWireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer may beequi

Network status (connected) Indicates that one or more of your LAN drivers are installed andone or more LAN devices are connected to the network.Networ

To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Show hidden icons icon, the arrow at the left of thenotification area, and position the mouse poi

Setting up a WLANTo set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need the following equipment:●A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-

●Use wireless encryptionA variety of sophisticated encryption protocols is available for your WLAN. Find the solution thatworks best for your network

More information about using a WLAN is available through the following resources:●Information from your ISP and the manufacturer's instructions i

Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only)An HP Mobile Broadband Module is a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device that provides accessto infor

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5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you.6. Remove the battery.7. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gen

7. Press in on the SIM (1), and then remove it from the slot (2).8. Replace the battery.9. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect externa

Using HP Mobile Broadband Setup Utility (select modelsonly)HP Mobile Broadband Setup Utility provides basic information about setting up HP Mobile Bro

Using Bluetooth wireless devicesA Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cableconnections that tradit

4 MultimediaMultimedia featuresYour computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and viewpictures. Your comp

Component Description(1) Webcam Captures still photographs and videos.NOTE: To capture videos, you must install additionalwebcam software.(2) Webc

Adjusting the volumeYou can adjust the volume using the following computer volume action keys:●Computer volume hotkey—A combination of the fn key (1)

c. Under Behaviors in the Volume section, select Show icon and notifications.d. Click OK.●Program volume control:Volume can also be adjusted within so

AudioYour computer has a variety of audio features that allow you to:●Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers.●Reco

NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in asetting free of background noise.▲To confirm or change

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VideoYour computer enables you to use a variety of video features:●Watch movies●Play games over the Internet●Edit pictures and video to create present

WebcamYour computer includes an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. The webcam is an inputdevice that allows you to capture still ph

5SecurityProtecting the computerStandard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows SetupUtility can protect your

You can use the same password for a Setup Utility feature and for a Windows security feature. You canalso use the same password for more than one Setu

Password FunctionPower-on password*●Protects access to the computer contents.●After this password is set, it must be entered each timeyou turn on or r

Managing a power-on passwordTo set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer

Using antivirus softwareWhen you use the computer for e-mail or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses that candisable the operating syste

Using firewall softwareWhen you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be ableto gain access to the comput

Installing critical updatesCAUTION: Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from securitybreaches and computer viru

6 Digital cardsOptional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are oftenused with digital media–equipped c

Resolving a low battery level ... 18Resolving a low battery level when exter

Removing a digital cardCAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure tosafely remove the digital card

7USB devicesUsing a USB deviceUniversal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional externaldevice, such as a USB

Removing a USB deviceCAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure tosafely remove a USB device.CAUTI

8 Pointing devices and keyboardSetting pointing device preferencesUse Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as

Function HotkeyInitiate Sleep. fn+f1Switch the image. fn+f2Decrease screen brightness. fn+f3Increase screen brightness. fn+f4Initiate QuickLock. fn+f6

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information loss, save your work before initiating Sleep.The computer must be on before you can initiate Sleep.NOTE: If

To use QuickLock, press fn+f6 to display the Log On window and lock the computer. Then follow theinstructions on the screen to enter your Windows user

9DrivesIdentifying installed drivesTo view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > Computer.Handling drivesDrives are fragile device

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information,observe these precautions:Before you move a computer

Using optional external devicesNOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port touse, refer to the man

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10 Memory modulesThe computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer.The memory capacity of the computer ca

8. Lift the memory module compartment cover (2) away from the computer.9. Remove the existing memory module:a. Pull away the retention clips (1) on ea

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edgesonly. Do not touch the components on the memory module, and do not

14. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.15. Turn on the computer.65

11 Updating softwareUpdated versions of the software provided with your computer may be available on the HP Web site.Most software and BIOS updates on

Updating the BIOSTo update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you currently have and then download and installthe new BIOS.Determining the BI

Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update will bedownloaded. You must access this path when you are ready to in

Updating programs and driversTo download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow these steps:1. Access the page on the HP Web site that

12 Setup UtilityStarting Setup UtilitySetup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when yourWindows operat

●To select an item, press enter.●To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc.●To display additional navigation and selection informat

Decreasing screen brightness ... 57Increasing screen brightness ...

Setup Utility menusThe menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options.NOTE: Some of Setup Utility menu items listed in this

Diagnostics menuSelect To do thisHard Disk Self Test (select models only) Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.Memory Test Run a diagnostic

IndexAAC adapterconnecting 14identifying 9AC adapter light, identifying 6administrator passwordcreating 46entering 46managing 46airport security devic

Hhard disk drive, external 60hard drive self test 73hard drive, external 60hardware, identifying 1headphone (audio-out) jack 6,37headphones 6, 37Hibe

Rreadable media 11regulatory informationHP Mobile Broadband Moduleserial number 10regulatory label 10wireless 10release latches, battery 7, 16restori

1 Knowing the partsIdentifying the hardwareComponents included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapteridenti