Summary of Contents for HP OmniBook vt6200 - Notebook PC
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HP Omnibook XT/VT6200 PC Technology Code EG Corporate Evaluator’s Guide...
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This manual and any examples contained herein are provided “as is” and are subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Important Safety Information CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord to connect a modem to the telephone wall jack. In Australia, the computer must be connected to the Telecommunication Network through a line cord that meets the requirements of ACA Technical Standard TS008.
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Hewlett-Packard. TERMINATION. Hewlett-Packard may terminate this software license for failure to comply with any of these terms provided Hewlett-Packard has requested Customer to cure the failure and Customer has failed to do so within thirty (30) days of such notice.
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HP standard commercial license terms and for non-DOD Departments and Agencies of the U.S. Government, the restrictions set forth in FAR 52.227-19(c)(1-2) (June 1987) Hewlett-Packard Company, 3000 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304 U.S.A. Copyright (c) 2000 Hewlett-Packard Company. All Rights Reserved. Customer further agrees that Software is delivered and licensed as “Commercial computer software”...
Contents Getting Started with Your HP Notebook ..............12 Taking Inventory......................13 What’s in the box? ....................13 To buy accessories ....................14 To find more information..................15 Identifying Parts of the Computer................16 Front View ......................16 Back View......................17 Bottom View ......................
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Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC ..............44 Taking Care of Your Computer .................. 46 To protect your hard disk drive................46 To maintain your computer................... 46 To safeguard your data..................47 To extend the life of the display................47 To clean your computer ..................
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Connecting PC Cards....................77 To insert or remove a PC Card................77 Connecting External Devices..................79 To identify connectors for external devices ............79 To connect a printer or other parallel device............80 To connect an external keyboard or mouse............80 To connect a USB device..................
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To install the video driver (ATI Mobility Radeon)..........114 To install the AGP driver (ALi 1535) ..............115 To install the audio driver (ALi M5451)............. 115 To install the touchpad driver (Synaptics) ............115 To install wired 10/100 LAN (RealTek) ............. 116 To install the wireless LAN driver (ActionTec) ..........
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To contact HP for support or service ..............158 To receive repair service ..................161 To prepare your computer for shipment.............. 162 Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement ............163 Reference Information ....................165 Hardware Specifications ................... 166 Modem Reference Information................. 169 Modem Reference (Ambit) .................
Congratulations! Your notebook computer sets a new standard in personal computing. Although compact and easy to carry, your computer is made with the quality and attention to detail that are the hallmark of Hewlett-Packard. Your computer has several features that make it convenient to use: Two buttons provide convenient options for starting and stopping the computer.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Taking Inventory To buy accessories You can buy accessories for your computer online. For the latest accessories and options, visit the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp.com/notebooks). HP currently offers docking solutions, plug-in modules, cables, and other accessories, such as the following: AC adapter.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Taking Inventory To find more information The following table lists other sources of information about your computer and related products. Source Description and Location Startup Guide This printed manual introduces your computer. It also contains setup instructions, basic operation guidelines, troubleshooting information, and warranty information.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer Front View 1. One-Touch buttons. 9. Module eject latch. 10. Volume control. 2. Sleep button. Suspends and resumes operation. 3. Keyboard status lights. 11. Audio-off button and audio-off light. 4.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Back View 18. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y 22. External monitor port. adapter). 23. Docking port. 19. Two universal serial bus ports (USB). 24. AC adapter jack. 20.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Bottom View 29. Plug-in module bay. Can contain a CD-ROM or 32. Hard disk drive. DVD drive, floppy disk drive, secondary battery, or 33. RAM cover. other plug-in module. 34.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Status Lights The computer includes a number of status lights that report power and battery status, drive activity, and keyboard functions such as Caps Lock and Num Lock. The following diagram shows the status lights on the front of the computer. 1.
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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer The keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks. 1. Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active. 2. Num Lock. Num Lock is active. (The Keypad Lock must also be on to use the embedded keypad.) 3.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer WARNING Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library, or visit our ergonomics Web site, www.hp.com/ergo.
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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer 2. Insert the front (rounded) end of the battery into the battery compartment on the bottom of the computer, and lower the back end in until it clicks into place. To remove the battery 1.
3.95-amp adapter). Do not use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter, such as HP F1454A or F1781A. Using any other AC adapter could damage the computer or adapter and may void your warranty (see "Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement" on page 163).
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 3: Connect a phone line If your computer does not include a built-in modem, you can skip this step. Also, if you prefer, you can instead connect to a PC Card modem or an external modem. 1.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 4: Turn on the computer Press the blue sleep button above the keyboard. The computer then boots up, and Windows starts automatically. Hint If your computer does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery may be out of power.
Registering your computer does the following: Records your ownership of the computer with Hewlett-Packard and provides access to service, support, and information. Records your ownership of the Windows XP operating system with Microsoft. If you have Windows 2000, please contact Microsoft separately to register the operating system.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Operating Your Computer You can start and stop your computer using its blue sleep button. However, at certain times you may want to use other methods to start or stop the computer—depending on power considerations, types of active connections, and start-up time. To turn the computer on and off Power mode To enter this mode...
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To reset the computer Occasionally, you may find that Windows or the computer has stopped responding, and will not let you turn the computer off. If this happens, try the following in the order listed. If possible, shut down Windows: Windows 2000: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, click Shut Down, and press the blue sleep button to restart.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To change the boot device The computer normally boots from its internal hard disk. You can also boot the computer from a floppy disk drive in the module bay, a CD-ROM or similar drive in the module bay, or an internal network interface card.
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Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Model with touch pad only The touch pad includes an on-off button so you can turn off the touch pad to avoid moving the pointer accidentally. The indicator light turns off when you turn off the touch pad.
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Basic Operation Operating Your Computer In addition, you can tap the touch pad to select items and use other advanced touch pad features. For more information, double-click the touch pad icon in the taskbar, then click Help in the tab for a particular feature. You can use Mouse in Control Panel or the touch pad icon in the taskbar to customize the operation of your computer’s pointing devices (pointing stick, touch pad, and external mouse): you can change the left, right, and scroll button actions, double-click speed,...
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To use the Fn hot keys The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a shortcut key sequence—for various system controls. To use a hot key, press and hold Fn, press the appropriate second key, then release both keys.
4. HP Quick Lock—see “To lock your computer” on page 41. To reprogram a One-Touch button 1. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP One-Touch Configuration. 2. On the One-Touch tab, click the button you want to reprogram.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To use the Windows and Applications keys The Windows key brings up the Windows Start menu. This is the same as clicking the Start button on the taskbar. The Applications key brings up the shortcut menu for the current application. This is the same menu that appears when you right-click while pointing at the application.
Press Fn+F1 or Fn+F2 to decrease or increase (respectively) the display’s brightness. –or– Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings. You have the option of adding a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access.
Changing icon and label sizes If the icons and labels on your screen seem too small, you can enlarge them using HP Desktop Zoom. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Desktop Zoom. Using an external monitor If you want, you can attach an external monitor to your notebook computer. See “To use an external monitor”...
HP Presentation Ready automatically returns your computer to its normal settings. To prepare for the presentation 1. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Presentation Ready, Configure. –or– Click the HP Presentation Ready icon in the taskbar (if present), then click Configure.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To work with CDs and DVDs If you have a DVD drive module, you can play DVD movies—see “To play DVD movies” on page 75. If you have a CD-RW drive module, you can write and copy CDs— see “To create or copy CDs”...
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer Securing Your Computer To set up password protection You can protect your computer from access by another user when you set up password protection, which is available through Windows and through the BIOS Setup utility. For complete protection, set passwords in Windows as well as through BIOS Setup.
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer To lock your computer To protect against unauthorized access or unauthorized undocking while your computer is running, lock the computer before leaving it unattended, or set up a screen saver with a password in Control Panel Display. You can lock the computer these ways: Press the HP Quick Lock button—the four One-Touch buttons are located above the main keyboard.
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer 3. Insert the lock into the security connector on the right side of the computer and release the key. Store the key in a safe place away from the computer. To protect against viruses Virus-protection software can help protect the integrity of your data. This is especially important if you use the Web.
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer To set PC identification Pavilion models HP TopTools and PC identification are not supported on all Pavilion models. You must have BIOS administrator password authority to set a PC identification number. 1. If you have not already installed HP TopTools, do so now. See “To set up TopTools” on page 153.
Basic Operation Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC WARNING Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For more information about reducing your risk, visit our ergonomics Web site at www.hp.com/ergo—or see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library.
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Basic Operation Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC Using Your Mobile Computer Position the computer so your wrists and hands are in a neutral position. Your wrists should be as straight as possible and should not have to bend sideways or more than 10 degrees up or down.
Basic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer Taking Care of Your Computer Use the following recommendations to maintain your computer during everyday use and prevent potential physical damage or data loss. To protect your hard disk drive Hard disk drives, as well as other internal components, are not indestructible and can be damaged by inappropriate handling and operation.
Basic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer To safeguard your data Do not use a pointing device or activate any other device that interrupts operation while the system is starting or stopping. Back up your work regularly. Copy files to floppy, CD-RW, or network drives. Use a virus-scanning program (such as the Norton AntiVirus program included with your computer) to check the integrity of your files and operating system.
Basic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer To clean your computer You can clean the computer with a soft cloth dampened with clean water or with water containing a mild detergent. Do not use an excessively wet cloth, and take care to keep water out of the case.
Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption Managing Power Consumption When you’re running your computer on battery power, you will want to maximize operating time without compromising performance. Your computer is designed to help you reduce power consumption and extend battery life without needing to turn it off. During idle periods, the computer automatically enters power-saving modes after specified timeout periods.
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Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption The computer can also enter Hibernate mode if battery power reaches a critically low level. (See “To respond to a low-battery warning” on page 54.) If this happens, you will find on resuming that all your data has been saved, but some functions may be disabled. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery, then shut the computer off and restart it.
Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption Windows XP: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power Options. On the Power Schemes tab, select a power scheme. This scheme automatically controls the processor speeds: The Max Battery scheme uses the lowest processor speeds while running on battery power, but uses medium and high processor speeds on AC power.
Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power Using Battery Power To check battery status From the battery status lights You computer has two battery status lights, one for the main battery and one for a secondary battery in the module bay—see “Status Lights” on page 19. From the Windows taskbar The Windows taskbar can display a power icon that provides detailed battery status information (see Windows Help for details).
Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power To respond to a low-battery warning The computer automatically alerts you when the battery power drops to a critically low level. The computer first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. Then, if you do not restore power within a short time, the computer goes into Hibernate mode.
Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power To use additional batteries You can install a secondary battery in your computer’s plug-in module bay. See “Using Plug-In Modules” on page 72 for information about installing plug-in modules. For instructions on replacing the main battery, see “Step 1: Install the battery” on page 21.
To maintain maximum battery capacity and accuracy of the battery gauge, perform this calibration procedure every few months: 1. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Battery Optimizer. 2. Follow the displayed instructions to test and condition your battery. The process could take 4–6 hours or more per battery.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem Using the Modem If your computer has a modem port, you can connect your modem to a telephone line and communicate with other computers throughout the world. You can explore the Internet, send and receive e-mail messages, and use your PC to send and receive faxes. Your computer contains several software programs that work with your modem: Internet Explorer, for browsing the World Wide Web Outlook Express, for sending and receiving e-mail messages...
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To connect the modem CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack. 1. Check that the telephone line is an analog line, sometimes called a data line. (You must not use a digital line.) 2.
Signing up with an Internet Service Provider Before you can connect to the Internet, you need to set up an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). For some countries and models, Hewlett-Packard provides easy Internet signup so that you can connect quickly to an ISP.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To disconnect from the Internet You remain connected to the Internet until you shut down the computer, disconnect the phone line from the computer, or give a command to hang up the connection. Double-click the connect icon in the taskbar, and click Disconnect.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem AT commands. You can control many aspects of modem operation using modem AT commands. AT commands are special strings of characters sent to the modem to set up specific conditions. Those command strings normally start with “AT”. For a list of AT commands for the built-in modem, see “Modem Reference Information”...
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To send and receive faxes (Windows 2000) Sending and receiving faxes requires just a telephone connection—you don’t need an Internet connection. You can use the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To send and receive faxes (Windows XP) Sending and receiving faxes requires just a telephone connection—you don’t need an Internet connection. You can use the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer.
Modem and Network Connections Connecting to a LAN Connecting to a LAN Connecting to a local area network (LAN) gives you access to network resources, such as printers and file servers on your corporate network, and possibly to the Internet. To connect to a LAN Check that the existing LAN supports Ethernet 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) connections.
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections Making Wireless Connections If your computer includes a wireless on-off button—located on the left side of the computer near the front—you can connect by radio to a wireless local area network (LAN) and access computers and other resources on the network. A wireless network provides all the functions of a typical “wired”...
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Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections 3. If the computers use encrypted communication, use the Encryption tab to set the following parameters, which must be identical for all computers that will connect to each other: Encryption: 64-bit or 128-bit. Key: see the hint below.
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections Hint If you are connecting to an access point or computer that is using Lucent/Agere-based software, you must set up compatible encryption on your computer. You can enter the encryption key manually. If you know only the Lucent/Agere passphrase, you must convert it to the corresponding key.
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections Creating a New Computer-to-Computer Network (AdHoc) You can set up a new network available to other local computers. 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections, Network Connections. 2. Double-click the wireless connection to show its status, then click Properties. 3.
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Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections Turning on communication and making a connection 1. If the computer isn’t on, turn it on. 2. The wireless indicator light is lit whenever the wireless function is on. If the indicator isn’t lit, do one of the following: Press the wireless on-off button.
Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules Using Plug-In Modules You can use any compatible plug-in module with your computer’s module bay, such as: CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, or similar drive. Zip drive. Second hard drive. Floppy disk drive. Secondary battery. CAUTION Never remove a plug-in module without first notifying Windows—see “To replace a plug-in module”...
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Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules 1. Close all files that are open from the plug-in module. 2. Left-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware or Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, and select the module you want to remove. When prompted to remove the module, click OK.
Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules To connect the floppy disk drive to the parallel port If you prefer, you can connect the floppy disk drive to your computer’s parallel port using an external floppy drive cable, available from HP. Connect the F2008 cable directly to the floppy drive and to the computer parallel port. Before disconnecting the floppy disk drive, use the icon in the taskbar to stop the drive, or else shut down the computer.
Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules 3. Slide the tray back into the module to close it. If your computer loses power, or if you have removed the CD-ROM or DVD module from the computer, you can manually open the drive to remove a CD. Insert a straightened paper clip into the recessed hole on the front of the drive to open it.
Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules Important DVDs can have regional codes embedded in the disc data. These codes prevent DVD movies from being played outside the region of the world in which they are sold. If you get a region code error, you are trying to play a DVD intended for a different region. Most DVD drives let you change the region code only a limited number of times (usually no more than four).
Add-On Devices Connecting PC Cards Connecting PC Cards The computer’s PC Card slot is available for storing data and expanding the communication capabilities of the computer. The computer supports standard Type I, II, and III PC Cards (PCMCIA and CardBus). You can insert one card of any type. To insert or remove a PC Card Inserting a PC Card 1.
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Add-On Devices Connecting PC Cards Removing a PC Card CAUTION Before removing a PC Card, you must use the Eject Hardware or Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar, or shut down the computer. Otherwise, you could lose data. 1. Before removing the card, click the Eject Hardware or Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar, then click Stop.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Connecting External Devices To identify connectors for external devices The diagram below shows your computer’s connectors for external devices. 1. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter). 2. Two universal serial bus (USB) ports. 3.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices To connect a printer or other parallel device The computer’s parallel port uses a standard 25-pin connector, most commonly used for connecting dot-matrix, ink-jet, and laser printers. You can also use it to connect a parallel Zip drive.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices To connect an audio device Your computer includes a built-in microphone (just in front of the blue sleep button) that you can use to record voice, sound, and music. You can also plug in an external microphone, external speakers, or headphones.
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Press Fn+F5 to cycle through the display options: notebook display, external monitor, both. –or– Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings. You can also add a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access. If you need to use both displays at once, press Fn+F5 repeatedly until the image shows on both displays.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Using dual display mode (Windows XP) You can extend your desktop by connecting an external monitor to your computer. 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display. 2.
Television Type is NTSC. In Europe, Asia, and Africa, the normal Television Type is PAL. To activate the TV display 1. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings. 2. Select the TV option. To play DVD movies on the TV Open Display in Control Panel, click the Settings tab, then click Advanced and make the TV a “primary”...
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Using the infrared port Make sure the infrared ports of your computer and the other device lie in as straight a line as possible. The two ports should be no more than 1 meter apart, with no obstructions in between.
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Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Installing a docking tray Your dock requires a tray that accommodates your specific computer model. Install this tray prior to connecting the computer to the dock. If you don’t have an F tray or other compatible tray, you’ll need to purchase HP accessory F2012B.
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Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices 2. Place the computer on the dock platform, with the rear of the computer facing the dock’s docking connector. Make sure the computer’s PC Card eject button is in. 3. Position your fingers on the platform grips as shown below. Use your thumbs to push the computer into the dock until the computer slides into place.
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Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Undocking the computer 1. Press the undock button on the front of the dock and wait for the undock light to blink. Then position your thumb as shown and pull the release lever forward. 2. Remove the computer from the dock. Corporate Evaluator’s Guide...
Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM Installing Additional RAM The computer has no memory (RAM) built in but has two slots that hold two RAM modules. At least one slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. You can use both slots to expand your RAM.
Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM 4. Insert the RAM board into the connector at about a 30° angle until it is fully inserted. Then press down at both sides until both latches snap closed. 5. Replace the cover. 6. Insert the battery. To remove a RAM expansion module You may want to remove a RAM module so you can install a larger one.
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Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM 4. Release the two latches at the sides of the RAM board, so the free edge of the board pops up. 5. Pull the board out of the connector. 6. Replace the cover. 7. Insert the battery. Corporate Evaluator’s Guide...
Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the AC adapter if you’re using one, and remove the battery. 2.
Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive holder If you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a holder, you can remove the holder parts from the old hard drive. You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.
Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To prepare a new hard disk drive When you install a new hard disk drive, you also need to prepare it to be able to work with your computer. If you want to restore the Windows software and operating system that were originally installed on your computer, you can do so using the Recovery CD that also came with your computer.
Installing Windows XP Installing Retail Windows XP Installing Retail Windows XP Windows XP may come factory installed on your HP Notebook. The following procedure installs a retail version of Windows XP and configures the appropriate device drivers. This chapter describes how to: Prepare for software installation.
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Installing Windows XP Installing Retail Windows XP The following directories contain the drivers you will need to install Windows XP. VIDEO directory = \HP\DRIVERS\VIDEO AGP directory = \HP\DRIVERS\AGP AUDIO directory = \HP\DRIVERS\AUDIO Touchpad directory = \HP\DRIVERS\TOUCHPAD LAN directory = \HP\DRIVERS\LAN Wireless directory = \HP\DRIVERS\WIRELESS ESSMODEM directory =...
Installing Retail Windows XP To prepare for software installation Hewlett-Packard recommends that you repartition your hard disk before installing Windows XP. This will add hard disk-based diagnostics to make support easier. Follow the instructions below to repartition your hard disk.
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11. Select FORMAT USING NTFS (QUICK) or FORMAT USING FAT (QUICK). Note: If you intend to convert to NTFS at any time in the future, Hewlett-Packard recommends that you select NTFS at this point to create a higher performance file system and appropriate security settings.
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Installing Windows XP Installing Retail Windows XP 16. Enter a computer name or accept the default computer name. Enter a password for the administrator account or leave it blank. Click NEXT. 17. Enter modem dialing information, if requested. Click NEXT. 18.
To install the audio drivers (ALi M5451) While the audio will function with the default XP audio drivers, Hewlett-Packard has not fully tested the XP drivers. For this reason, Hewlett-Packard suggests that you install the drivers provided on the Recovery CD.
To install the wired 10/100 LAN drivers (RealTek) While the RealTek LAN will function with the default XP LAN drivers, you will lack the ability to use special features and advanced configuration. Hewlett-Packard suggests that you install these drivers to take advantage of these features.
To install the ESS modem drivers While the ESS Modem will function with the default XP drivers, Hewlett-Packard has not fully tested these drivers. For this reason, Hewlett-Packard suggests that you install the drivers provided on the Recovery CD.
Installing Windows XP Installing Retail Windows XP To install or upgrade the Infrared driver: 1. The IR hardware first must be enabled in BIOS setup. To enter setup, reboot the notebook and press F2 when the HP Invent logo appears. 2.
Display Settings application by going to: START/ALL PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES/ACCESSIBILITY/HP DISPLAY SETTINGS/NOTEBOOK DISPLAY -or- START/ALL PROGRAMS/HEWLETT-PACKARD/NOTEBOOK/HP DISPLAY SETTINGS/NOTEBOOKDISPLAY To install the HP One-Touch software To enable the four user-programmable One-Touch buttons on the notebook, you must install the One-Touch driver. The One-Touch buttons enable the user to launch an application, open a document, or access a web site with the touch of a button.
Installing Windows XP Installing Retail Windows XP 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation. Upon successful installation of the drivers, you may be asked to reboot your notebook. Choose YES, I WANT TO RESTART MY COMPUTER NOW if you have no other drivers to install.
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Installing Windows XP Installing Retail Windows XP 8. Click the SAVE AS button and accept the name of PORTABLE/LAPTOP. 9. Click the ADVANCED tab. 10. Check ALWAYS SHOW ICON ON THE TASKBAR. 11. Click APPLY. 12. Change the POWER BUTTONS options to your desired settings. 13.
Installing Windows 2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 Windows 2000 comes as a factory image for your HP Notebook. The following procedure installs a retail version of Windows 2000 and configures the appropriate device drivers. This chapter describes how to: Prepare for software installation.
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Installing Windows 2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 Retail Windows 2000 installation CD. HP Notebook drivers for Windows 2000. Location: On the Product Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS or on the web at http://www.hp.com/notebooks. During the installation process you will refer to several different directories containing drivers.
You can download the latest HP Notebook BIOS from http://www.hp.com/notebooks. To prepare for software installation Hewlett-Packard recommends that you repartition your hard disk before installing Windows 2000. This will add hard disk-based diagnostics to make support easier. Follow the instructions below to repartition your hard disk.
Installing Windows 2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 To install retail Windows 2000 1. Insert the retail Windows 2000 CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Reboot and press ESC when you see the HP Notebook logo. 3. Select the CD-ROM DRIVE as the boot device and press ENTER. 4.
Video Controller (VGA Compatible) To update the operating system Hewlett-Packard suggests that you update the operating system before proceeding to install the drivers. Please download and install Service Pack 2 from Microsoft. Windows 2000 Service Packs can be downloaded from Microsoft at http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/downloads/servicepacks...
While the touchpad will function with the default Windows 2000 touchpad driver, you will be unable to use special features or advanced configuration settings. Hewlett-Packard suggests that you install this driver to take advantage of these features. This driver works for all systems, including notebooks that have both the touchpad and touchstyk.
To install wired 10/100 LAN (RealTek) While the RealTek LAN will function with the default Windows 2000 LAN driver, you will be unable to use special features or advanced configuration settings. Hewlett-Packard suggests that you install this driver to take advantage of these features.
Installing Windows 2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 If you installed retail Windows 2000 and your HP Notebook contains a built-in ESS Modem, you must install the modem driver. To install or upgrade the modem driver: 1. Run SETUP.EXE from the ESS driver directory on the Recovery CD. 2.
Installing Windows 2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 Mode: FIR Base I/O: 2F8 Interrupt: IRQ 3 DMA Channel: DMA 0 5. Press F10 to save and exit setup. Select YES to confirm. This will reboot the system. When Windows 2000 finishes booting, it will discover the new hardware. Note: If the Add Hardware wizard does not open automatically, start it by pointing to START/SETTINGS/CONTROL PANEL/ADD NEW HARDWARE.
Display Settings application by going to: START/PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES/ACCESSIBILITY/HP DISPLAY SETTINGS -or- START/PROGRAMS/HEWLETT-PACKARD/NOTEBOOK/HP DISPLAY SETTINGS. To install the HP One-Touch driver To enable the four user-programmable One-Touch buttons on the notebook, you must install the One-Touch driver. The One-Touch buttons enable the user to launch an application, open a document, or access a web site with the touch of a button.
Installing Windows 2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 Upon successful installation of the driver, you will be asked to reboot your notebook. Choose YES, I WANT TO RESTART MY COMPUTER NOW if you have no other drivers to install. Otherwise, choose NO, I WILL RESTART MY COMPUTER LATER and continue to the next step.
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Installing Windows 2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 1. To open the Control Panel, select START/SETTINGS/CONTROL PANEL. Double- click on POWER OPTIONS. 2. Click the HIBERNATE tab. 3. Check ENABLE HIBERNATE SUPPORT. 4. Click APPLY. 5. Click the POWER SCHEMES tab. 6.
Test your computer by running the e-Diagtools test program. See “Testing the Hardware” on page 146. Contact your dealer or Hewlett-Packard—see “To contact HP for support or service” on page 158. Please have your computer with you when you call.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If sound does not record Check the software controls for recording sound: click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Accessories, Multimedia (or Entertainment), Sound Recorder. In Volume Control, click Options, Properties, and make sure the microphone is enabled in the recording controls.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If a DVD movie stops playing in the middle The DVD may be double-sided. Open the DVD tray, and read the text near the center hole of the disc. If it says Side A, flip the disc over, close the tray, and press the Play button to continue playing the movie.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If a DVD doesn’t play with two displays For Windows 2000, if both displays are active, press Fn+F5 to switch to one display. For Windows XP, if you’re using the Extended Desktop (dual displays), move the player window to the display selected as primary.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If you’re using a TV connected to the S-video port, you must activate the TV—see “To use a TV set as a monitor” on page 83. Test the display with the e-Diagtools diagnostics. See “Testing the Hardware” on page 146.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Docking Problems If a port on a dock isn’t working Check that AC power is connected to the dock. Try using the corresponding port on the computer while undocked. Make sure the computer is fully inserted into the dock. See the manual for the dock.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the hard disk makes a buzzing or whining noise Back up the drive immediately. See whether the noise is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. If files are corrupted Open My Computer, select the disk you want to scan, click File, Properties, and use the Tools tab.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Check settings in the BIOS Setup utility: 1. Restart the computer: click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. From the System Devices menu, make sure Infrared Port is enabled and FIR mode is selected.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Increase the PalmCheck setting for the touch pad: 1. Double-click the touch pad icon in the taskbar. –or– Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Mouse (Windows 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Mouse (Windows XP). 2.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer LAN Problems If the built-in network adapter doesn’t connect to the LAN Check all cables and connections. Try connecting at a different network station, if available. If the green light next to the LAN port does not light, the LAN cable may not be connected to the network or the network may be down.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Memory Problems If a message says you are out of memory Make sure drive C is not running low on free space. If you are having memory problems while running MS-DOS programs, use the MS-DOS or Application and Software troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help (or Help and Support).
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the modem doesn’t dial or no dial tone is detected Check all cables and connections. Connect a standard telephone to the phone line and make sure the line is working. Make sure someone else isn’t using the same phone line. Try another telephone line, preferably one normally used for a fax machine or modem.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Open the hardware Device Manager: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, System (Windows 2000) or Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, System (Windows XP). If the modem is disabled, try to enable it. If it has a conflict, try disabling another device.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems If the notebook doesn’t recognize a PC Card Remove and reinsert the PC Card. Press the blue sleep button to suspend the computer, then press it again to resume. Restart the computer: click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. If the card requires an IRQ, make sure one is available.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Performance Problems For best performance, your computer should have at least 128 MB of memory (RAM). If the computer pauses or runs sluggishly This may be normal Windows behavior. Background processing can affect response time.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Power and Battery Problems If the computer turns off immediately after it turns on Battery power is probably extremely low. Plug in the AC adapter or insert a charged battery. If the computer keeps beeping The computer beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when battery power is low.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If you are running an application that has an automatic save feature (such as MS Word), disable this feature or increase the specified save time to reduce hard disk access. If the operating time has gradually become shorter and the battery is more than a year or two old, you may need to replace the battery.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Printing Problems Hint You will usually be able to solve most printing problems by using the Print troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help (or Help and Support). If a serial or parallel printer doesn’t print Make sure the printer is on and has paper in it.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Restart the computer: click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. Check mouse settings in Control Panel: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Mouse (Windows 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Mouse (Windows XP).
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Use the BIOS Setup utility to make sure the serial and parallel ports are enabled—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 148. Test the ports with the e-Diagtools diagnostics. See “Testing the Hardware” on page 146.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the computer won’t boot from the floppy disk drive Make sure the drive is installed in the module bay or connected correctly—see “To connect the floppy disk drive to the parallel port” on page 74. Make sure the floppy disk drive is selected as the boot device—see “To change the boot device”...
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the wireless link icon in the taskbar is red Make sure you are using the correct SSID and channel settings: click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Advanced Configuration. Make sure you are in range of an access point (for an infrastructure connection) or other wireless computer (for an AdHoc connection).
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Testing the Hardware Testing the Hardware The e-Diagtools hardware diagnostic program included with your computer provides two levels of testing: Automated testing using its basic hardware test. Advanced testing using individual hardware tests. The tests are designed to run after the system reboots. This ensures that the computer will be in a predictable state, so the diagnostic program can properly test the hardware components.
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13. Exit. Press F3 and then any key to exit and reboot. 14. Optional: open the Support Ticket. In Windows, click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP e-Diagtools, HP e-Diagtools for Windows. 15. Click View to display the Support Ticket.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Configuring the Computer Two tools help you configure your computer’s operation: the BIOS Setup utility and HP TopTools. To run the BIOS Setup utility The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup utility enables you to make changes to the computer’s system configuration, and to tailor the operation of your computer to your individual work needs.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Main Menu Setting Description Default BIOS Revision Shows the current BIOS version. Detected automatically. System Time Sets the time using 24-hour format. Values set take effect immediately. System Date Sets the date using dd/mm/yy format (except English, which uses mm/dd/yy format).
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer System Devices Menu Setting Description Default PS/2 Pointing Devices Disables the internal pointing devices when an external PS/2 Auto mouse is connected. FDD Controller Enables the floppy drive. Enabled Legacy USB Support Enables BIOS support for USB mouse, keyboard, and floppy Disabled disk drive.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Security Menu Setting Description Default User Password is Shows if a user password is set. Clear Administrator Password Shows if an administrator password is set. Clear Set User Password Press ENTER to set, change, or clear the user password. Enter The password can have no more than 8 characters (0-9, A-Z), and cannot include special or accented characters.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Boot Menu Setting Description Default +Hard Disk Shows the order of boot devices, with “+” 1. Hard Disk +Removable Device indicating a device category. Move the entries to 2. Removable CD-ROM/DVD Drive change the order. If the computer has more than Device Internal NIC one device in a category, you can select the one...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer To set up TopTools HP TopTools is for network managers and administrators who are responsible for managing computer systems. It offers configuration and security options that allow you to check which hardware and software components are installed on your computer and how well they are working.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software Reinstalling and Updating Software You can use the Recovery CD to recover the original software build for your computer. The Recovery CD also provides Windows drivers specific to your computer to configure a custom system. You can find drivers in these locations: On your computer’s hard drive under C:\hp\Drivers.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software 7. When the Recovery CD dialog box appears, follow the displayed instructions. To perform a standard recovery, press 2, 1, 1. If prompted, accept the recommended partition size. If you install the factory software, the recovery process can take up to 15 minutes.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software To update the BIOS Hewlett-Packard may provide updates to the computer BIOS to enhance your system’s capabilities of your system. You can use e-Diagtools for Windows to download and install BIOS updates. CAUTION Because a BIOS update replaces the previous version, you must follow these instructions exactly, or you risk damaging your computer.
HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer Getting Assistance for Your Computer To get help from the Web HP has several Web sites on the Internet dedicated to providing information to HP notebook computer users. The following sites are especially useful for helping you get support for your computer: HP Business Support Web site.
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HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer To contact the HP Customer Care Center by e-mail, visit the HP Business Support Web site (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport) under “Contact HP”. To call the Customer Care Center, check the HP Business Support Web site (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport) under “Contact HP”...
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HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer North America Portugal: +351-21-317-6333 United States: Romania: +40 1 315 44 42 Omnibook: (970) 635-1000 Russia Federation: Pavilion: (208) 323-2551 Moscow: +7-095-797-3520 Canada: (905) 206-4663 St. Petersburg: +7-812-346-7997 Spain: +34-902-321-123 Latin America Sweden: +46 (0)8-619-2170 Argentina: Switzerland: +41 (0)848-80-11-11...
HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer For best service, make sure you have as much of the following available when you call: Your computer’s model and serial number. Your computer’s operating system. Any messages displayed when the problem occurred. Were there any changes to the computer, software, related hardware, or accessories before this occurred? Can the problem be re-created? To receive repair service...
Any removable media, such as CDs, DVDs, or floppy disks. Any hardware not involved in the problem and not requested for repair. 3. When sending your notebook to Hewlett-Packard, please use the original product packaging or other substantial packaging to avoid damage to the unit in transit. Make sure at least three inches of suitable packing material surround around the unit.
HP Support and Service Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement 1. HP warrants to you, the end-user customer, that HP hardware, accessories and supplies will be free from defects in materials and workmanship after the date of purchase, for the period specified in the Warranty Duration table below. If HP receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, HP will, at its option, either repair or replace products which prove to be defective.
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HP Support and Service Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement 7. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE REMEDIES IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS...
Reference Information Hardware Specifications Hardware Specifications Because we are constantly improving our products, the specifications shown below are subject to change. For the latest specifications, see the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp.com/notebooks). Physical Attributes Size (14-inch display): 315 × 261 × 32 mm (12.4 × 10.3 × 1.3 in). Size (15-inch display): 325 ×...
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Reference Information Hardware Specifications Keyboard and 87/88-key touch-type QWERTY keyboard with 101/102 key emulation. Pointing Devices Embedded numeric keypad. Left and right click buttons, center scroll button. 12 function (Fn) keys. 4 user-programmable One-Touch buttons. Pointing stick and touch pad, or touch pad only with on-off button and indicator. Ethernet 10Base-T (10 Mbps) and 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) support.
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Reference Information Hardware Specifications Environmental Operating temperature: 5 to 35 C (41 to 95 F). Limits Operating humidity: 20 to 90 percent RH (5 to 35 C). Operating altitude: up to 3000 m (10,000 ft) at 25 C (77 F). Storage temperature: –20 to 50 C (–4 to 122 F).
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Modem Reference Information If your computer has a modem port, you can customize the operation of the modem using AT commands and S-registers. You can do this from Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel, from most communications software, or by using terminal mode in your software.
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Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) Report driver time stamp Set low speaker volume Set low speaker volume Set medium speaker volume Set high speaker volume Turn speaker off Turn speaker on during handshaking and turn speaker off while receiving carrier Turn speaker on during handshaking and while receiving carrier Turn speaker off during dialing and receiving carrier and turn speaker on during answering Turn off automode detection...
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Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) &K3 Enable RTS/CTS DTE/DCE flow control &K4 Enable XON/XOFF DTE/DCE flow control &K5 Enable transparent XON/ XOFF flow control &K6 Enable both RTS/CTS and XON/XOFF flow control &L0 Report OK &L1 Report OK &M0 Report OK &P0...
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Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) +FTM=n Transmit data: 24=V.27ter 2400bps, 48=V.27ter 4800bps, 72=V.29 7200bps, 73=V.17 7200bps long, 74=V.17 7200bps short, 96=V.29 9600bps, 97=V.17 9600bps long, 98=V.17 9600bps short, 121=V.17 12000bps long, 122=V.17 12000bps short, 145=V.17 14400bps long, 146=V.17 14400bps short +FTS=n Stop transmission and wait, n×10 ms +F<cmd>?
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Reference Information Modem Reference Information Register Function (Ambit) Range/units Default Data compression control 136, 138 Data transmit level 6-15/dBm 10 (country dependent) Fax transmit attenuation level 6-15/dBm 10 (country dependent) Result code messages control Selected Result Codes (Ambit) Code Meaning CONNECT RING NO CARRIER...
To purchase a power cord (including one for an area not listed below) or a replacement AC adapter, contact your local Hewlett-Packard dealer or Sales and Service office. For any power cord with a fused plug, if you have to replace the fuse, be sure to install an approved fuse.
Reference Information Safety Information Ergonomics WARNING Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library or visit our ergonomics Web site, www.hp.com/ergo.
Reference Information Safety Information Laser Safety The CD-ROM and DVD drives used with the computer are certified as a Class 1 laser devices according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard and International Standards IEC 825 / IEC 825-1 (EN60825 / EN60825-1).
Reference Information Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the IEEE 802.11 internal wireless radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the wireless radio shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The internal wireless radio operates within guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, which reflect the consensus of the scientific community.
Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how your computer complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to your computer not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority to operate the computer in these regions. U.S.A. This computer has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Reference Information Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity (U.S.A.) Responsible Party: Hewlett-Packard Company Manager of Corporate Product Regulations 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto, CA 94304 +1 (650) 857-1501 declares that the product(s) Trade name: Hewlett-Packard Company Product name: HP Omnibook 6000 series and Pavilion series Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Contact your equipment supplier if it is necessary to use the equipment on a different telephone network. For further product support, contact Hewlett-Packard—see “To contact HP for support or service” on page 158. Belgium: For outdoor usage only channels 10 (2457 MHz) through 13 (2472 MHz) are allowed.
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Prenez contact avec le fournisseur auprès duquel vous vous êtes procuré votre équipement pour savoir s'il est préférable d'utiliser ce dernier sur un autre réseau téléphonique. Si vous souhaitez obtenir de l'aide, prenez contact avec Hewlett-Packard. Questa apparecchiatura è stata approvata in conformità alla Decisione del Consiglio 98/482/EC che regolamenta, in seno all’Unione Europea, la connessione di singoli...
Reference Information Regulatory Information Japan Japan Telecommunications Approval JATE approval number: A01-1013JP, A01-1038JP Name of Equipment: T51M044.00, J07M040.04 TELEC approval number: 01NYDA1044 Name of Equipment: 802MIP(W) Corporate Evaluator’s Guide...
Reference Information Regulatory Information Russia International Products sold internationally by Hewlett-Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed on the following page. Corporate Evaluator’s Guide...
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CE marking accordingly. Information: [1] The product was tested in a typical configuration with Hewlett-Packard Personal Computer peripherals. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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