Getting to know your computer. HP EliteBook 720 G1 Notebook PC, EliteBook 820 G1 Notebook PC

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Top

TouchPad

Component

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Pointing stick

Left pointing stick button

TouchPad on/off button

TouchPad zone

Left TouchPad button

Right pointing stick button

Right TouchPad button

Description

Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.

Functions like the left button on an external mouse.

Turns the TouchPad on and off.

Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.

Functions like the left button on an external mouse.

Functions like the right button on an external mouse.

Functions like the right button on an external mouse.

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Lights

Component

(1) Power light

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

Caps lock light

Microphone mute light

Num lock light

Wireless light

(6) Mute light

Description

● On: The computer is on.

● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

On: Caps lock is on.

On: Microphone is muted.

On: Num lock is on.

● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, is on.

● Amber: All wireless devices are off.

● Amber: Computer sound is off.

● Off: Computer sound is on.

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Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)

Component

(1) Power button

(2)

(3)

Speakers (2)

Wireless button

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Description

● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer.

● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep.

● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep.

● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation.

If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft®

Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.

To learn more about your power settings:

● Select Start > Control Panel > System and

Security > Power Options .

● For more information, see the HP Notebook Reference

Guide .

Produce sound.

Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a wireless connection.

Component

(4) Volume mute button

(5) Fingerprint reader (select models only)

Description

Mutes and restores speaker sound.

Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.

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Keys

Component

(1)

(2) esc key fn key

(3)

(4)

Windows logo key

Function keys

(5) Embedded numeric keypad

(6) num lk key

Description

Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.

Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or other keys. For more information, see

Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices on page 18 .

Displays the Windows Start menu.

Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. For more information, see

Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices on page 18

.

When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an external numeric keypad.

Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.

Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed in combination with the fn key.

Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on the integrated numeric keypad.

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Front

Component

(1)

(2)

(3)

Wireless light

Power light

AC adapter/Battery light

(4) Hard drive light

Description

The wireless connection is on.

● On: The computer is on.

● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

● Amber: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charged from 0 to 90 percent.

● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent.

● 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: The battery is fully charged.

● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive.

NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide .

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Right

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Component

(1) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in

(microphone) jack

DisplayPort

USB 3.0 ports (2)

Memory card reader

RJ-45 (network) jack

Docking port

Power connector

Description

Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an optional headset microphone.

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the

Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices .

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.

NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and audio-in (microphone).

Connects an optional digital display device, such as a highperformance monitor or projector.

Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced

USB power performance.

Reads data from and writes data to memory cards such as

Secure Digital (SD).

Connects a network cable.

Connects an optional docking device.

Connects an AC adapter.

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Left

Component

(1) Security cable slot

(2) Vents, 2

(3)

(4)

External VGA monitor port

USB 3.0 charging port

(5) Smart card reader

Description

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.

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.

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

Connects an optional USB device. The USB charging port can also charge select models of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is off.

NOTE: A USB charging port (also referred to as a powered USB port) allows you to charge connected USB devices. Standard USB ports will not charge all USB devices or will charge using a low current. Some USB devices require power and require you to use a powered port.

Supports optional smart cards.

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Display

Component

(1) WLAN antennas (2)*

Description

Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN).

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

WWAN antennas (2)*

Internal microphones (2)

Webcam light (select models only)

Webcam (select models only)

Internal display switch

NOTE: To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet, you need a broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (purchased separately), high-speed Internet service, purchased from an

Internet service provider, and a wireless router (purchased separately).

Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWAN).

Record sound.

On: The webcam is in use.

Records video and captures still photographs.

To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >

Communication and Chat > HP Webcam .

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.

*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, see 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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Bottom

Component

(1) Service door

Description

Provides access to the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, the WWAN module slot, and the memory module slots.

CAUTION: 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 support through Help and

Support.

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Component

(2)

(3)

Service door release lock

Description

Releases the service door from the computer.

A security screw is available to prevent the service door from being accidentally removed.

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.

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