*HP dv6t & dv7t Select Edition / Quad Edition (6XXX series) Owners Lounge*

Here's an AutoHotKey script that will eject the CD if you hold down F12 longer than 1 second like a Mac. F12 will be passed through to the OS if you just tap it as usual.

Code:

F12::

timeout := 1000    ;In milliseconds
t1 := A_TickCount

while getkeystate("F12", "P") {
        sleep 1
	if(A_TickCount - t1 > timeout) {
		Drive, Eject
		return
	}
}
Send {F12}
return

 

fn+f12 gets kinda busy, can you substitute f5 in the code?

 

Do you need to press "fn" at all?

 

Alrighty, when I receive my dv7t next week what should I do first? I'm going to uninstall Norton and all of that crap to start with, but I don't want to go through uninstalling everything, including drivers, and starting from complete scratch.

I suppose I should first create backup restore discs for the system, correct? I have never had a laptop, and this is really my first new system in almost ten years. I just want to start out on the right foot. Thanks!

 

First make back up disc, then restore using the minimal system image or whatever its called, that pretty much removes all the bloatware for you

 

just replaces all "f12" with "f5" in the script =P (or any other key you would like for that matter).

Code:

F5::

timeout := 1000    ;In milliseconds
t1 := A_TickCount

while getkeystate("F5", "P") {
        sleep 1
	if(A_TickCount - t1 > timeout) {
		Drive, Eject
		return
	}
}
Send {F5}
return

 

You don't have to hit Fn, it works just like a Mac. Press and hold F12 for more than a second.

Here's the hotkey documentation.

http://www.autohotkey.com/docs/Hotkeys.htm

You can make it any key or any key combo e.g. Ctrl-Alt-E would be

^!e

Substitute that anywhere you see F12 like teotuf mentioned.

 

do HP laptops like this one come with the windows 7 installation disc?

 

DeusExMachina has action key enabled, he has to hit both Fn and F12 to register as a F12, or else it would just toggle the wireless switch on and off.

 

That's true, I saw the settings and instructions for doing so in this thread a little while back. Any idea what page number that was on again?

 

Ah yes, forgot about that. Disable Action keys in the BIOS, that's just silly anyway.

 

Well, on the DV6, if you don't hit fn, then you are always toggling your wireless on and off.

 

You can switch this in the BIOS i believe.

 

If you want action keys enabled then that's something you'll have to deal with. I disabled them because I use the Function keys more than the Action keys, but it's a personal preference.

If they are disabled you would need to hit Fn+XX to toggle wireless, brightness, volume etc. and the function keys would be "normal".

I edited one of my previous posts with a link to the hotkey documentation if you want to change the hotkey.

 

If I had to guess, I would say that it doesn't...but I'm guessing since my laptop is on order.

On the same note...why can you add a backup restore DVD for Windows to your order if you purchase an Envy but not when you purchase a dv6t? I can think of absolutely NO good explanation for that one.

 

It does not come with a disc. I have no idea why we cant get the disc either, seems pretty ridiculous

 

Oops, what fiveoneooo said. Beat me to it. But you can create recovery disks or order them from HP.

Or get install disks ....

http://www.mydigitallife.info/windo...links-ultimate-professional-and-home-premium/

 

That is exactly what I wanted to hear. I've been waiting for someone to do one and see how it goes. My lappy just shipped two days ago and this is the first thing Im doing as soon as I get this.

Most importantly, did it delete Norton completely?

 

Oh yeah. It doesn't even install it to begin with. What is cool is that you can go back and do a selective install of drivers and software that it DIDN'T install.

Just beware, some of the pre-loaded software, aren't available on the selective software re-install. Blio, Roxio are ones that aren't on the re-install list.

 

when you bought and installed the SSD you got, did you need to use any special cable specific to HP or did one come with the SSD that worked?

only asking because of the thread on this page but it might not be accurate for this model, and i only purchase 1 hard drive

 

Hey guys, I just bought this computer and I'm really loving it. My question for al of you is how do you keep it clean. What products and materials do you use to clean the screen, keyboard, and the touchpad plastic?

What a fantastic machine, the 6770M lets me play all my games at full settings!

 

Quick question: where is the HDD LED on the DV6tqe? I don't see it anywhere, and BestBuy never has one around for me to put my hands on.

 

Its on the right side by the optical drive I believe

 

I didn't get an SSD actually, I got a Hybrid drive from Seagate.

 

Yes that's where it's at. Not sure why they put it there though? Maybe they felt the light it gives off would annoy gamers or movie watchers if they put it above the keyboard?

 

Yes, that is why they put the LEDs on the side.

 

Oh my god, I just found it on a heavily zoomed in photo. That has to be the WORST and DUMBEST place to put an LED indicator...the Sager NP5160 is looking better now...

 

I got the SwissGear bag that someone posted about earlier in the thread for $25/shipped. I have to say, I'm pretty impressed with it, and it came in perfect condition. Thanks for the recommendation guys!

 

oh well that doesnt really matter, i was just wondering if u needed a special HP cable or if one came with the drive

 

I actually hated it at first and really got used to it, and like it now.

HP was going for a real clean look up top on the DVs.

 

as long as you got a 2.5" SSD, you don't need anything else, assuming you're looking to replace the primary HDD.

 

They might have overdone it...I like to actually see when the HDD is being overworked...

 

was Cyberlink on the list? I take it that getting the blu-ray player upgrade means that the laptop should come with software to play blu-ray. Would be kinda sad if minimized recovery killed the software to do so

 

It's just an LED - regardless of whether or not it is visible all the time, is the LED really going to tell you that much?

 

im going to buy a SSD to replace the primary HDD and put the HDD that it came with as the secondary storage device (in the 2nd HDD spot)

i only ask because of the thread where people are talking about a special cable they needed to order.

will this be as easy as buying the SSD, installing it in the primary spot and moving the HDD to the secondary spot (or just putting the SSD into the secondary), then reformatting with the OS put on the SSD? does it need any special cables? this is for the HP model that this thread is dedicated to

 

Hey guys, I just bought this computer and I'm really loving it. My question for al of you is how do you keep it clean. What products and materials do you use to clean the screen, keyboard, and the touchpad plastic?

What a fantastic machine, the 6770M lets me play all my games at full settings!

 

Personally I use rubbing alcohol and lint free wipes. Not sure if this is a bad idea tho. Anyone?

 

clorox anywhere hard surface <- Great product for really any part that hand goes.

Yeah I am kind of mysophobia but sanitizing is always good.

 

I've heard that current Norton is not the same resources hog of three years ago, it's supposedly a much leaner and meaner beast now. Has anybody tried it?

 

Even if it is I'm not even going to try to keep it. I'll delete it anyway and just install Avast free edition.

 

I have and you are right. It is nothing like what it was before! I currently use McAfee (it's free) and it seems to bog down my machine. It is an old machine though so maybe that's my problem.

 

I just don't wanna mess with the nice brushed metal finish. Anyone know what the manufacturer recommends?

 

Some rubbing alcohols have lubricants in them that can make your screen hazy and might be a bit harsh on the plastic parts. Isopropyl, as pure as possible, is probably better if you are going to use straight alcohol.

I've used Sprayway Glass Cleaner and paper towels on every part of any laptop. Usually Bounty, some paper towels may be too abrasive. I know, some people will gasp in horror about using paper towels. I've been doing it for years and you can't argue with success. Cotton cloths or lint free cloths will work too.

Spray a light coating on everything, right over the keyboard, screen, speaker grills etc. Don't spray it directly on the ports on the side or bottom vents. If it's a light coat it won't run or drip into cracks and crevices, it's like a foam. Make sure not to let it sit too long or spray it on so heavy that it runs.

Be careful if there is a lot of gritty dirt or anything that is abrasive on the screen and plastic parts. You should use gentle pressure and wipe in one direction, then fold the towel in half and use a clean section so you don't wipe the grit you just picked up all over the screen and scratch sensitive parts. Spray another light coat and repeat as many times as necessary.

If there is anything sticky that will smear all over, spot clean those areas first and just wipe in that area so you don't spread it all over.

It will look brand new. Use Q-tips for hard to get at areas.

 

this laptop is perfect for me.. i play starcraft 2 religiously and the 6770m runs its quite a bit better than the 555m (these cards are around the area of power i was looking at so the laptop would be lighter and thinner), and with the 30% discount code its significantly cheaper than any dell or sager of similar performance

its going to be glorious

 

Can anyone confirm speaker performance on the dv7t? This review says its crap, essentially.

 

I was surprised at how loud they were compared to normal laptop speakers, but they are still tinny, but I expected that, they are small laptop speakers still. I honestly didnt get much from the subwoofer on the bottom but I didnt play with the settings at all before returning my first laptop to reorder. I'll know more when my replacement gets shipped to me.

 

Still wondering if anyone has problems with their speakers, or is this normal (I doubt it), I can only select stereo when I go to IDT playback device config. So basicaly my bottom and subwoofer dont work, only the 2 main ones work.

It is really frustrating, as if I send it back and its some driver issue, Ill have to pay for man hours and shiet

 

It probably is a driver issue. I was having all kinds of problems with switchable graphics that magically went away with a clean install.

 

I have dv7t qe with f.07 bios. Tried it with an Intel 6300 wlan card I have and as expected the machine refused to boot. I asked over at Bios-Mod forum if this bios can be hacked but at the moment that's a "no".

 

The dv7 comes with a spare hdd caddy intalled in the second hdd bay held in with 4 screws, however that's all you get. You will need to get the kit from HP or Newmodeus (there may be others) for the extra ( longer) hdd cable and the 4 extra screws you need to secure the drive to the caddy. The HP kit comes with another caddy ( giving you a spare), the longer cable, a spare short cable and the 8 screws.