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1. 5 Pull the board out of the connector 6 Replace the cover 7 Insert the battery 90 Reference Guide Add On Devices Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Important 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 Turn the unit bottom side up 3 Use a pointed tool to remove the plugs from the two screw holes and then remove the two screws 4 Gently pull the hard drive out of the computer 5 Gently slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment Press firmly to make sure the connector seats properly 6 Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs If you are installing a new hard disk drive you should create a Utility partition on the drive before loading any software See To recover the factory installation of your hard disk on page 122 Reference Guide 91 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 1 92 Remove the four screws from the sides of the holder and drive case and then slide the drive out of the holder Notice that the hard drive has a pin connector attachment at one end Carefully remove this connecto
2. Reference Guide 97 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If a DVD movie stops playing in the middle e 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 e You may have accidentally paused the DVD movie Press the Play button to resume If you get a Region Code error when playing a DVD movie e 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 If the computer cannot read a CD or DVD e Fora single sided CD or DVD make sure the disc is placed in the drive with the label facing up e Clean the disc e Wait 5 to 10 seconds after closing the tray to give the computer time to recognize the disc e Restart the system remove the disc from the drive and click Start Turn Off Computer Restart e If you created the CD on a CD RW type drive try using a different media brand such as the recommended HP C4403A CD R or C4404A CD RW media Read and write quality may vary for other media If a DVD movie doesn t fill the screen e Each side of a double sided DVD has a different format standard or widescreen In widescreen format black bands a
3. If you re in a foreign country the dial tone may not be recognized by the modem In Control Panel open Phone and Modem Options Try disabling the option that waits for a dial tone If the modem dials incorrectly Check the telephone number you entered including any digits required for outside access or long distance In Control Panel open Phone and Modem Options Check the dialing options look for duplicate digits for outside access or long distance Make sure the number you re calling isn t busy If you re in a foreign country the dial tone may not be recognized by the modem In Control Panel open Phone and Modem Options Try disabling the option that waits for a dial tone If you have call waiting disable it your telephone company can provide instructions If the modem dials but doesn t connect Make sure you re using an analog telephone line 2 3 or 4 wires You must not use a digital line In a hotel ask for a data line Try another telephone line preferably one normally used for a fax machine or modem The modem at the other end may have a problem Try dialing to a different modem Try disabling error correction and data compression Reference Guide 105 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the modem isn t detected e Check the modem setup In Control Panel open Phone and Modem Options Check the COM port e Open the hardware Device Manager click Start
4. LAN connecting to 63 troubleshooting 103 wireless 64 LAN port indicator lights 63 location 15 laser safety 147 Library HP 13 lights LAN port 63 status 14 17 18 locking computer 39 LPT1 port 15 M Main menu BIOS 119 memory adding 89 extended 119 PC2100 DDR 266 89 104 removing 90 troubleshooting 104 video 119 microphone location 14 mini PCI location 16 modem AT commands 60 138 black list 58 blackout periods 58 built in 22 connecting 57 connecting to Internet 58 dial in connection 59 faxing 62 port location 15 sending e mail 61 settings 60 software 56 troubleshooting 104 monitor BIOS settings 120 external 82 port 15 resolution 82 83 switching to 33 mouse troubleshooting 102 movies DVD 38 mute button location 15 using 35 N network connecting to 63 dialing 59 LAN See LAN wireless See wireless network Norton AntiVirus 41 Notebook Web sites 13 NTFS format 123 Num Lock 14 18 33 O off button location 14 status lights 17 turning off 26 on button location 14 One Touch buttons location 14 using 31 Outlook Express 61 overheating 101 P parallel device connecting 80 parallel port location 15 troubleshooting 112 partition Utility 122 password 39 PC Card slot location 15 PC Cards installing 76 saving power 53 stopping 77 troubleshooting 107 PC2100 DDR 266 RAM 89 104 PCMCIA cards 76 phone cord con
5. HP Notebook PC Reference Guide Notice 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 Hewlett Packard Co shall not be liable for any errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this manual or the examples herein Consumer transactions in Australia and the United Kingdom The above disclaimers and limitations shall not apply to Consumer transactions in Australia and the United Kingdom and shall not affect the statutory rights of Consumers Copyright Hewlett Packard Company 2002 All rights reserved Reproduction adaptation or translation of this manual is prohibited without prior written permission of Hewlett Packard Company except as allowed under the copyright laws The programs that control this product are copyrighted and all rights are reserved Reproduction adaptation or translation of those programs without prior written permission of Hewlett Packard Co is also prohibited Portions of the programs that control this product may also be copyrighted by Microsoft Corporation Phoenix Technologies Ltd ATI Technologies Inc Intel Corporation and Adobe Systems Incorporated See the individual programs for addi
6. Note CAUTION 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 Once the computer enters Hibernate mode in this way you won t be able to turn it on again until you restore power by doing one of the following e Replace the battery with a charged one See Step 1 Install the battery on page 19 e Plug in the AC adapter See Step 2 Connect AC power on page 21 If you plug in the AC adapter you can continue to work while your battery recharges To recharge the battery The AC adapter is normally warm whenever plugged into an AC outlet The computer is normally warm while recharging Don t recharge the computer in a briefcase or other confined space or its battery could overheat e Plug the AC adapter into the computer To get the longest operating time wait until the battery s charge is below 50 before recharging and then charge it fully 100 Charging can take up to approximately 2 hours If you continue working while the battery charges the charging time may increase to 3 hours A fully charged battery can operate the computer for up to 2 to 3 hours depending on your computer s model power managemen
7. inleveren als KCA 146 Reference Guide 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 TEC 825 1 EN60825 EN60825 1 These devices are not considered harmful but the following precautions are recommended e Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully e Ifthe unit requires service contact an authorized HP service center see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 e Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit e Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam do not open the unit CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LED Safety The infrared port located on the front of certain models is classified as a Class 1 LED light emitting diode device according to International Standard IEC 825 1 EN60825 1 This device is not considered harmful but the following precautions are recommended e Ifthe unit requires service contact an authorized HP service center see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 e Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit e Avoid direct eye exposure to the infrared LED beam Be aware that the beam is invisible light and cannot be seen e Do not attempt to view the infrared LED beam wit
8. on page 126 If your notebook is not packaged properly you will be responsible for any damages to it that occur during shipping 1 Important Back up your hard disk drive The hard disk may need to be replaced or reformatted while your computer is being repaired 2 Hewlett Packard cannot guarantee the return of removable components Please remove the following prior to sending your computer in for service e PC cards e AC adapter and power cord e Any removable media such as CDs DVDs or floppy disks e 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 that at least three inches of suitable packing material surround the unit Your notebook will be returned to you in new packaging If the hard disk drive is defective you will receive a replacement drive that is either unformatted or loaded with software for verification You should restore the computer s original software using your Recovery CD or DVD see To recover the factory installation of your hard disk on page 122 or other recovery method Reference Guide 129 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
9. 14 AC adapter jack 15 PS 2 keyboard and PS 2 mouse ports 16 USB ports 17 External monitor port 18 Parallel port 19 Serial port 20 LAN port works only if the computer has a built in LAN port 21 Digital audio port SPDIF 22 S video port 23 Audio ports microphone headphone line in 24 USB port Reference Guide 79 Note Add On Devices Connecting External Devices Before you connect any device check its documentation to see if you need to make any settings or adjustments to the equipment before using it This might include setting switches to configure the equipment so that it will operate properly with your computer and the software you plan to use 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 e Connect the cable from the parallel printer or other parallel device to the computer s parallel port To connect an external keyboard or mouse e Plug a USB mouse or keyboard into a USB port e Plug a PS 2 mouse or keyboard into a PS 2 port The pointing stick and touch pad are normally disabled while an external PS 2 mouse is connected To connect a PS 2 mouse and keyboard at the same time use the HP F1469A Y adapter To connect a USB device Your computer s universal serial bus USB provides a bi
10. 30 Page Up increase audio 30 temporary keypad 33 H hard disk drive caring for 45 FAT32 format 123 Hibernate partition 91 holder 92 location 16 locking 41 NTFS format 123 preparing for use 93 protecting 44 replacing 91 troubleshooting 100 hardware specifications 134 Hewlett Packard support 126 Hibernate mode definition 26 entering 50 status lights 17 Hibernate partition 91 hot computer 101 hot keys 30 HP Battery Optimizer 53 HP Business Support Web site 13 HP Customer Care contact by e mail 127 getting support 126 HP Desktop Zoom 34 HP Instant Support 96 HP Library 13 HP Notes 13 HP Quick Lock 39 HP TV Now 84 IEEE 1394 port connecting devices 85 Reference Guide location 15 infrared communication transferring files 86 troubleshooting 101 infrared port location 14 making connections 85 printing 86 safety 147 troubleshooting 101 inserting CD 37 DVD 37 PC Card 76 installing hard disk drive 91 hard drive holder 92 RAM 89 installing original software 122 Internet connect icon 58 connecting to 24 58 disconnecting 59 Internet Explorer 58 Internet Service Provider 56 58 inventory 12 ISP 58 K Kensington lock 40 88 keyboard embedded keypad 33 ergonomic precautions 19 euro symbol 103 non US 33 num lock 33 opening 89 status lights 14 18 troubleshooting 102 keypad embedded 33 Keypad Lock 14 18 L
11. Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options On the Power Schemes tab select a power scheme This scheme automatically controls the processor speeds e The Max Battery scheme uses the lowest processor speeds while running on battery power but uses low and high processor speeds on AC power e The Portable Laptop option uses low and high processor speeds on battery and AC power e The Presentation option uses the lowest processor speeds on battery power but uses low and high processor speeds on AC power See Windows Help for additional information about power schemes Reference Guide 49 Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption To manage power manually In addition to allowing the computer to enter its power saving modes automatically you can also put it into any of the following three modes whenever you need to Standby Maintains your current You will be away Press the power button session in RAM and turns off from your computer or the display and other for up to several click Start Turn Off Computer components hours Stand By Hibernate Saves the current session to You will be away Press Fn F12 disk and then shuts down from your computer Provides maximum power for a day or more savings while still allowing but want to continue you to recover the current your session session Turns off your computer You re done with Click Start Turn Off providing maximum power your work Compu
12. Notebook HP Wireless Configuration then click the 802 11 button to turn on wireless 802 11 communication or Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Network Connections and then double click the wireless network connection icon 66 Reference Guide Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Network Connections If you re within range of your wireless network your computer automatically connects To check the status of your wireless connection open Network Connections in Control Panel and double click the connection Turning off communication and ending a connection 1 Important close any files that reside on other network computers 2 To turn off the wireless 802 11 communication without turning off the computer press the wireless on off button this also turns off Bluetooth communication if it was enabled or Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP Wireless Configuration then click the 802 11 button to turn off wireless 802 11 communication without affecting Bluetooth communication Right click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar and select Disable Suspending or shutting down the computer also turns off the wireless function Reference Guide 67 Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections If your computer includes Bluetooth wireless capabilities you can use it to make s
13. OVP NaS Front View Computer open close latch One Touch buttons Keyboard status lights Power button Turns the computer on and off Touch pad scroll pad click buttons plus on off button Main status lights left to right power mode battery hard disk activity 14 Reference Guide 7 Built in microphone 8 Infrared port 9 Wireless on off button and indicator light 10 Battery 11 CD ROM DVD or other drive 12 PS 2 keyboard or PS 2 mouse port supports Y adapter on certain models Back View Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer 13 AC adapter jack 14 Two universal serial bus ports USB 15 LAN port 16 S video port 17 Parallel port LPT1 Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device 18 Serial port COM1 Use this port for a serial mouse moden printer or other serial device 19 External monitor port 20 Kensington lock slot security connector 21 Modem port 22 PC Card and CardBus slot and button certain models have two slots and two buttons 23 IEEE 1394 port 24 Audio jacks left to right external microphone audio out headphones 25 Volume control 26 Audio mute button and audio mute light 27 Floppy disk drive on certain models Reference Guide 15 Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Bottom View 28 Hard disk drive 31
14. PS 2 keyboard mouse 4 Mbps IrDA compliant infrared port certain models IEEE 1394 certain models Universal serial bus USB 1 1 two ports Expandability One or two 16 32 bit PC Card slots Type Il or Ill CardBus enabled Optional port replicator certain models Security Features User and administrator passwords System password PC identification displayed at boot DMl accessible electronic serial number Kensington MicroSaver lock slot 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 136 Reference Guide Major ICs Reference Information Hardware Specifications Models with Technology Code KA CPU AMD Athlon or Duron processor Core logic ATI U1 ALI 1535 chipset Display controller ATI M6 integrated in core logic Audio Modem controller Conexant Smart AMC CX20468 21 CardBus controller O2Micro 6912 Keyboard embedded controller National PC87570 Super I O integrated in core logic IEEE 1394 TI TSB43AB22 LAN National NS83815 802 11b wireless LAN Ambit with Intersil Prism 2 5 chipset Bluetooth Ambit with muRata CSR BlueCore2 Models with Technology Code KB CPU Intel Mobile Pentium 4 processor M Core logic ALI 1671 1535 chipset Display controller ATI Mobility Radeon M6 C P Audio M
15. Reset button 29 Battery latch 32 Docking port 30 RAM cover 33 Mini PCI cover no user parts inside on certain models 16 Reference Guide 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 main status lights on the front of the computer 1 Power mode e On the computer is on even if the display is off e Blinking the computer is in Standby mode e Off the computer is off or in Hibernate mode 2 Hard disk drive activity e On computer is accessing the hard disk drive 3 Battery status e Green the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged e Amber the AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging e Blinking the AC adapter is connected and the battery is missing or has a fault e Off the AC adapter is not connected Reference Guide 17 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 Keypad Lock The embedded keypad is active Fn F8 Num Lock must also be on for the numeric keys otherwise cur
16. a 0 or enable a 1 speakerphone VTD n Set beep duration 1 to 500 x 0 01 sec VTR Start voice transmission and reception VTS string Send voice tones VTX Start voice transmission AT Commands B Display black listed numbers D Display delayed numbers Reference Guide 143 Reference Information Modem Reference Information S Registers Conexant Register Function Conexant Range units Default So Number of rings to auto answer 0 255 rings 0 S1 Ring counter 0 255 rings 0 S2 Escape character 0 255 ASCII 43 S3 Line termination character 0 127 ASCII 13 S4 Response formatting character 0 127 ASCII 10 line feed S5 Command line editing character 0 32 ASCII 8 backspace S6 Wait time for dial tone 2 255 sec 2 S7 Wait time for carrier 1 255 sec 50 S8 Pause time for dial delay modifier 0 255 sec 2 S10 Carrier loss disconnect time 1 255 1 sec 14 1 4 sec S11 DTMF tone duration 50 255 001 sec 95 95 msec S12 Escape prompt delay 0 255 02 sec 50 1 sec S18 Test timer 0 255 sec 0 S29 Flash dial modifier time 0 255 10 msec 70 700 msec S30 Disconnect inactivity timer 0 255 10 sec 0 S46 Data compression control 136 error correction 138 w o compression or 138 error correction amp compression S95 Extended result code messages control 0 Selected Result Codes Conexant Code Mea
17. click the box next to the port name so it is checked then click OK This enables access to the printer via the Bluetooth serial port 10 Double click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar 11 In the menu bar click Bluetooth Search For Devices 72 Reference Guide Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections 12 Double click the printer icon for the Bluetooth printer you want to use then double click the serial port icon that is shown When you see a message confirming this printer will use the Bluetooth COM port click OK Whenever you print to this printer it will use the Bluetooth connection you established To make a dial up connection via a Bluetooth phone If you have a Bluetooth cellular phone you can use it with your computer to make a dial up connection to your Internet service provider 1 Make sure your Bluetooth phone is available for connection see the manufacturer s instructions Some phones must be set for detection and may be detectable by other Bluetooth devices for only a short time On the computer double click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar then select Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood In the menu bar click Bluetooth Search For Devices In the left half of the window double click the Bluetooth phone to discover its available services Optional In the left half of the window right click the Bluetooth phone and select Pair Devices then type a passkey on the compu
18. 13 USB connecting devices 80 troubleshooting 112 USB ports location 15 Utility partition creating 122 V ventilation 44 101 video memory 119 virus protection 41 voltage requirements 145 volume adjusting 30 35 troubleshooting 96 volume control location 15 W warranty repair 128 Web sites 13 Windows documentation 13 key 32 password 39 reinstalling 122 setting up 23 updating drivers 124 wireless communication Bluetooth 68 configuring Bluetooth 70 indicator light 14 66 68 infrared 85 on off button 64 restrictions on use 66 68 status 67 troubleshooting 114 turning off Bluetooth 69 turning on 66 turning on Bluetooth 68 wireless network AdHoc 65 connecting to 64 Z Zip drive 80
19. 5 Ib minimum depending on configuration Processor and Models with Technology Code KA Bus Architecture AMD Athlon 1600 to 1900 1 3 to 1 6 GHz or 1 3 GHz Duron processor with PowerNow Models with Technology Code KB 1 6 to 2 0 GHz Intel Mobile Pentium 4 processor M with Intel Speed Step technology 512 KB L2 cache 1 2 to 1 3 V core low power processor with 400 MHz processor system bus Video 14 1 inch XGA 1024 x 768 or 15 0 inch XGA 1024 x 768 or SXGA 1400 x 1050 active matrix TFT LCD display Hardware 3D acceleration hardware DVD acceleration Models with Technology Code KA External monitors up to 1600 x 1200 resolution 16M colors and at least 85 Hz refresh rate Refresh rate and clarity may vary depending on monitor resolution and color depth ATI U1 graphics with 16 to 64 MB video RAM shared with system RAM 4x AGP graphics capability Dual display capability depends on operating system support Models with Technology Code KB External monitors up to 1600 x 1200 resolution 16M colors and at least 85 Hz refresh rate only 60 Hz at 1400 x 1050 Refresh rate and clarity may vary depending on monitor resolution and color depth ATI Mobility Radeon graphics accelerator with 16 or 32 MB DDR graphics memory 4x AGP graphics capability Dual display capability depends on operating system support 134 Reference Guide Reference Information Hardware Specifications Power Rechargeable lith
20. Connections on page 64 What to do next e If you re not familiar with Windows XP click Start Tour Windows XP or check the Windows manual to discover what s new e See the online Reference Guide to learn more about using and maintaining your computer click Start Help and Support HP Library 24 Reference Guide Basic Operation Reference Guide 25 Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Operating Your Computer You can start and stop your computer using its power 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 On mode Power mode status light is on Standby mode Saves significant power Turns off the display and other components Maintains current session in RAM Restarts quickly Restores network connections Power mode status light is blinking Hibernate mode Saves maximum power Saves current session to disk then shuts down Restores network connections Power mode status light is off Shut down off Saves maximum power Turns off without saving current session At startup resets everything starts a new session and restores network connections Power mode status light is off To enter this mode Press the power button Press the power button click Start Turn Off Computer Stand By allow timeou
21. Guide 45 Basic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer To clean your computer e 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 e Do not use abrasive cleaners especially on the display Do not apply any cleaner directly to the display Instead apply the cleaner to a soft cloth and then gently wipe the display e You can clean the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner to remove accumulated dust 46 Reference Guide Batteries and Power Management Reference Guide 47 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 e During idle periods the computer automatically enters power saving modes after specified timeout periods You can adjust these timeouts to suit your working habits e You can manually send the computer into a power saving mode at any time by pressing the appropriate key see To manage power manually on page 50 How the computer manages power automatically Your computer automatically enters Hibernate mode and Standby mode and turns off the hard disk and display based on values set in
22. Installing Additional RAM iii 89 To install a RAM expansion module ss 89 To remove a RAM expansion module Rs 90 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ss 91 To replace the hard disk drive ss 91 To replace the hard disk drive holder 92 To prepare a new hard disk drive ss 93 Troubleshooting and Maintenance sssseseseseseeeeeeseeseeesessse 95 Troubleshooting Your Computer 96 Audio Problems state nn etait ead D SEE eee ane EEEE E E REE 96 CD ROM and DVD Problems ss 97 RI Oe EE 99 Hard Disk Drive Problems 100 Heat Probl me ann ee EES 101 Infrared Problems iero en isi ed AR eel M tea 101 Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems 0 0 cee ceeeeeceeceeeceeeeeeceeeeeeeneeees 102 LAN Probl ms setze dese nine in Ms et ne nn men ee 103 Memory Probleme esse cscensts Ee 104 Modem Problems ut eisene 104 PC Card PCMCIA Problems 55cm oeron nesen Eu een 107 Performance Problems ed me d s are gurdee d tele e eT Girres d e ee ones 108 Port Replicator Problems stef 109 Power and Battery Problems 109 Printing SE E 111 Serial Parallel and USB Problems 112 Startup Problems 3855 etre dere Pannes sn cnrs Mo dede Sante nt se oiis 113 Wirel ss Problem S eg eer te rege does dees deed deed derer ENE 114 T suns the Hardware tess ins nt ones ne re 116 To run the e Diagtools diagnostic test 116 Configuring the Computers ss nm Me nt nie enpak 118 To run the BIOS Setup utility ss 118 Rein
23. Link See the Windows online help for instructions on using Wireless Link 86 Reference Guide CAUTION Add On Devices Connecting External Devices To use a port replicator A port replicator provides your computer with external connections that you can leave in place whenever you remove the computer from your desk Instead of disconnecting and reconnecting peripheral devices you can simply undock and dock the computer Use only the HP AC adapter included with your computer or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the computer If 75W is printed below the AC adapter socket on the computer do not use a 60 watt 3 16 amp adapter such as HP F1454A or F1781A and do not use DC adapter accessories F1455A and F2297A Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the computer or adapter and may void your warranty see Hewlett Packard Limited Warranty Statement on page 130 You can dock or undock the computer in any power state on off standby or hibernation Make sure however that the computer is not entering into or resuming from standby or hibernation when you dock or undock or the computer could lock up To dock to the port replicator 1 Plug in the AC adapter and then connect it to the back of the port replicator You can also operate the port replicator using power from the computer battery 2 Remove the rubber cover from the docking connector on the bottom of the computer 3 Align the comput
24. Notebook HP Wireless Configuration then click the Bluetooth button to turn on Bluetooth communication or If the HP Wireless Configuration icon is present in the taskbar double click the icon then click the Bluetooth button to turn on Bluetooth communication 68 Reference Guide Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections Turning off Bluetooth communication Turning off communication ends any connection you have open 1 2 Important close any files that reside on other network computers To turn off Bluetooth communication without turning off your computer press the wireless on off button this also turns off 802 11 communication if it was enabled Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP Wireless Configuration then click the Bluetooth button to turn off Bluetooth communication without affecting 802 11 communication or If the HP Wireless Configuration icon is present in the taskbar double click the icon then click the Bluetooth button to turn off Bluetooth communication without affecting 802 11 communication Turning off the computer or putting it into hibernation also turns off the Bluetooth function Reference Guide 69 Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections To prepare for Bluetooth connections Before you use your computer to access other Bluetooth devices you should configure some basic settings 1 2 3
25. Number 004 000 00345 4 At the first printing of this manual the telephone number was 202 512 1800 Reference Guide 149 Responsible Party Trade name Product name Reference Information Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity U S A Hewlett Packard Company Manager of Corporate Product Regulations 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto CA 94304 1 650 857 1501 declares that the product s Hewlett Packard Company HP Pavilion ZE4 and XT series 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 Canada This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications The internal wireless radio complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le Minist re des Communications du Canada Le composant RF interne est conforme la norme CNR 210 d Industrie Canada L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il
26. Outlook Express included with your computer or an e mail system of your choice This topic includes instructions for using Outlook Express To start Outlook Express 1 Click Start All Programs Outlook Express or double click Outlook Express on the desktop if available 2 If you are not currently connected to the Internet the Dial up Connection window appears Choose Connect to connect to the Internet To send an e mail message 1 In Outlook Express click the New Mail or Create Mail tool on the toolbar 2 Fill in the information in the New Message window 3 When you re finished click the Send button To receive e mail messages 1 In Outlook Express click the Send Recv tool on the toolbar to have Outlook deliver new messages 2 Click the Inbox folder to view the list of messages Unread messages appear bold on the screen 3 To view a message click it once Or double click to view the message in its own window Reference Guide 61 Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To send and receive faxes 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 Fax Console fax software is included with Windows XP To set up Fax Console Before you can use Fax Console you need to install it 1 Click Start Control Panel Add or Remove Programs 2 Click Add Remove Windows C
27. Power Options in Control Panel Automatic action Occurs after To resume Turns off hard disk The hard disk is not accessed Begin using the computer Turns off the hard disk drive This is usually for the specified interval the hard disk turns on set to occur shortly after the display is turned when needed off Turns off display No keyboard pointing device Press any key or move a Turns off the display to conserve battery or other input activity occurs for pointing device to turn on power and extend the life of the display the specified interval the display Enters Standby mode No pointing devices are used Press the power button to Maintains your current session in RAM and no disk drive is accessed and return to your current turns off the display and other components no port serial parallel or IR is session to conserve battery power active for the specified interval Enters Hibernate mode The computer stays in Standby Press the power button to Saves your current session to the hard disk mode for the specified interval restore your previous and then turns off the computer session CAUTION Make a habit of saving your work before allowing your computer to enter Standby mode If power is interrupted while the computer is in Standby mode any information that was not saved will be lost 48 Reference Guide Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption The computer can also enter Hibernate mode if
28. appears press ESC to display the Boot menu Reference Guide 27 Basic Operation Operating Your Computer 3 Use the arrow keys to select the boot device and press ENTER If you want to boot from a specific device whenever it is present change the boot order using the BIOS Setup utility see To run the BIOS Setup utility on page 118 To use the touch pad The touch pad includes an on off button so you can turn off the touch pad to avoid moving the pointer accidentally such as by touching the pad while typing The indicator light turns off when you turn off the touch pad 1 Click buttons The click buttons work like the left and right buttons on a standard mouse 2 Touch pad touch sensitive pointing device 3 Touch pad on off button and indicator light 4 Scroll pad The scroll pad scrolls the contents of the active window 28 Reference Guide Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Moving and selecting 1 Place your hands in a normal typing position 2 Move a thumb or finger across the touch pad in the direction you want the pointer to move 3 Use the left and right click buttons which function like the left and right buttons on a mouse to make your selection e To open an application move the pointer over the icon and double click the left button e To make menu selections move the pointer to the menu item and click the left button e To open the shortcut menu for an item move the pointer
29. battery power reaches a critically low level See To respond to a low battery warning on page 52 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 and then shut the computer off and restart it Changing timeout settings and creating power schemes You can adjust the periods of non use after which your computer automatically shuts down components or enters a power saving mode You can also save these settings as a power scheme 1 Open Power Options in Control Panel click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options 2 Click the Power Schemes tab and enter the settings you want If you don t want a particular timeout to occur set the value to Never See Windows Help for details If you want to save the settings as a power scheme click Save As and enter a name for the scheme CAUTION Do not disable Hibernate support in the Power settings or you will lose any unsaved data if the computer s battery runs down completely Managing CPU power If your computer contains a multispeed processor with AMD PowerNow or Intel SpeedStep Technology the processor can automatically switch to lower power saving speeds or to higher performance speeds according to the workload You can customize CPU speed to best suit your working environment click Start
30. by the display If you have an I O PC Card that is a PC Card having an external connection such as a network card remove it when you re not using it Some I O cards use significant power even while they re inactive If you work with an application that uses the serial port or an I O PC Card exit the application when you finish using it In addition follow these suggestions to extend the life of your batteries Do not leave batteries unused for long periods If you have more than one rotate them If you normally use AC power make a practice of using the battery as your power source at least once a week Unplug the AC adapter when the computer is not in use To preserve the life of a battery be sure to charge it regularly For long term storage the battery must be charged 20 50 to minimize capacity loss by self discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance To maintain maximum battery capacity and accuracy of the battery gauge perform this calibration procedure every few months 1 Click Start 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 You can use the computer during the process If you interrupt the process the battery might be left with a low charge Reference Guide 53 Modem and Network Connections Reference Guide 55 Modem and Network Connection
31. 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 Replacement products may be either new or equivalent in performance to new 2 HP warrants to you that HP software will not fail to execute its programming instructions after the date of purchase for the period specified in the Warranty Duration table below due to defects in material and workmanship when properly installed and used If HP receives notice of such defects during the warranty period HP will replace software which does not execute its programming instructions due to such defects 3 HP does not warrant that the operation of HP products will be uninterrupted or error free If HP is unable within a reasonable time to repair or replace any product to a condition as warranted you will be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon prompt return of the product 4 HP s limited warranty is valid in any country or locality where HP has a support presence for this product and where HP has marketed this product The level of Warranty service you receive may vary according to local standards HP will not alter form fit or function of the product to make it operate in a country for which it was never intended to function for legal or regulatory reaso
32. information about reducing your risk see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library or visit our ergonomics Web site www hp com ergo Battery Safety The following batteries are compatible only with HP notebook computers HP F4809 and F4812 Sanyo 4UR18650F 2 QC KT Simplo 916 2150 Panasonic CGR B 862AE To avoid risk of fire burns or damage to your battery pack do not allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts Do not disassemble the battery There are no serviceable parts inside Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care If you come in contact with the electrolyte wash the exposed area with soap and water If it contacts the eye flush the eye with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Do not expose the battery pack to storage temperatures above 60 C 140 F When discarding a battery pack contact your local waste disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries To obtain a replacement battery contact your local dealer or HP sales office Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature exceeds 45 C 113 F Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery pack recommended by the manufacturer This product contains a lithium ion or nickel metal hydride battery and may require special handling at end of life NL Batterij niet Kg weggooien maar Ki
33. it e Check for printer errors Reference Guide 111 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Make sure Windows is running otherwise infrared printing is not available See Infrared Problems on page 101 Serial Parallel and USB Problems If a serial mouse doesn t work Make sure you followed the manufacturer s installation instructions completely and have installed the mouse properly If not repeat the procedure Make sure the port connection is secure Press the power button to suspend and resume Restart the computer click Start Turn Off Computer Restart Check mouse settings in Control Panel click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse Use a mouse that connects to the USB or PS 2 port If you have a PS 2 keyboard connected use a PS 2 Y adapter HP accessory F1469A Check the port settings in Control Panel Open the hardware Device Manager and then double click Ports COM amp LPT If a serial modem doesn t work properly See Modem Problems on page 104 Make sure the port connection is secure Use the Modem troubleshooter in Windows Help click Start Help and Support or Help In Control Panel open Phone and Modem Options and check the modem settings Disable the internal modem 1 Open the hardware Device Manager click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System 2 Double click Modem to list the current modem devices 3
34. keyboards have an ALT GR key to the right of the spacebar This is a shift key that provides access to certain special keyboard characters e Fora character in the lower right corner of a key press and hold ALT GR to type the character O 1 o e 4 1 Shifted 2 Unshifted 3 ALT GR Reference Guide 33 Hint Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To adjust the display Changing the brightness e Press Fn F1 or Fn F2 to decrease or increase respectively the display s brightness e Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP Display Settings You have the option of adding a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access To maximize your battery operating time set the brightness to the lowest level you can view comfortably Changing display settings You can customize a number of display settings for your computer such as color depth and screen area 1 Click Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display 2 Click the Settings tab and then choose the settings you want The computer has an LCD display which behaves differently from a normal computer monitor If you change the display resolution the desktop changes size but the objects on it do not You normally won t change the resolution except to use an external monitor Changing icon and label sizes If the icons and labels on your screen seem too small you can enlarge them using HP Desktop Zoom e Click Start All Progra
35. ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif 150 Reference Guide Reference Information Regulatory Information European Union The equipment has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98 482 EC for pan European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network PSTN and to a radio frequency wireless network However due to differences between the individual PST s provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance This equipment has been designed to work in all of the countries of the European Economic Area Public Switched Telephone Networks Network compatibility 1s dependent on internal software settings 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 126 Belgium For outdoor usage only channels 10 2457 MHz through 13 2472 MHz are allowed For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT BIPT i
36. service center near you see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 To update the BIOS Hewlett Packard may provide updates to the computer BIOS to enhance the capabilities of your system You can use e Diagtools for Windows to download and install BIOS updates Because a BIOS update replaces the previous version you must follow these instructions exactly or you risk damaging your computer The BIOS update process resets the configuration settings in the BIOS Setup utility except for the PC Identification and BIOS passwords 1 In Windows exit any programs that are running 2 Remove any PC Cards 3 If the computer is docked undock it 4 Connect the AC adapter Reference Guide 123 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software 5 Connect any cables or equipment needed to connect to the Internet 6 Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP e Diagtools e Diagtools for Windows 7 Click Update select Download Now and click OK Follow the instructions that appear Once the update process begins do not interrupt it The first time you make an Internet connection from this program click Change Settings in the Connect window to define your connection settings 8 When the process is complete reset the computer by inserting the tip of a ballpoint pen into the reset button on the bottom of the computer BIOS updates are also available from the HP Business Support W
37. this three times to return to the state you started from e The external monitor may not be detected In the BIOS Setup utility try setting Video Display Device to Both in the System Devices menu e 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 e Test the display with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 If HP Presentation Ready does not switch to your video settings e If you re using an external monitor that isn t a plug and play device open Control Panel Display and set up a monitor that supports the video settings you intend to use for your presentation If one or more display pixels look bad TFT display manufacturing is a highly precise but imperfect technology and manufacturers cannot produce displays that are cosmetically perfect Most if not all TFT Reference Guide 99 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer displays exhibit some level of cosmetic imperfection These cosmetic imperfections may be visible under varying display conditions and can appear as bright dim or dark spots This issue is common across all vendors supplying TFT displays in their products and is not specific to the HP notebook display HP notebook TFT displays meet or exceed all HP standards for cosmetic quality of TFT displays HP does not warrant that the displays will be free of cosmetic imperfect
38. 13 Click View to display the Support Ticket 14 To add information about your problem click Comments type the information and then click OK To save or print the Support Ticket click Save As or Print To e mail the Support Ticket to your support agent click e Mail The first time you make an e mail connection from this program click Change Settings in the Connect window and enter the settings recommended by your support agent e Diagtools for Windows can also update the version of e Diagtools on your computer s hard disk In e Diagtools for Windows use the e Diagtools menu If you have trouble running e Diagtools diagnostics from the hard disk you can also run it from the Recovery CD or DVD Boot from the CD or DVD and select the diagnostics option Reference Guide 117 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Configuring the Computer The BIOS Setup utility helps you configure your computer s operation 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 The settings made in BIOS Setup generally control the computer s hardware and so greatly affect how the computer operates 1 2 3 Click Start Turn Off Computer Restart When the HP logo appears press F2 to enter BIOS Setup The pointing devices are no
39. 2 Double click Modem to list the current modem devices 3 Double click the internal modem and then select the option to disable the modem Reference Guide 107 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If an I O card stops communicating properly e Exit and restart the application The card may have been reset if the computer suspended or turned off e Check settings in Control Panel Performance Problems For best performance your computer should have at least 128 MB of memory RAM If the computer pauses or runs sluggishly e This may be normal Windows behavior Background processing can affect response time e Certain background operations such as a virus scanning program can affect performance e Press CTRL ALT DEL and use Task Manager to see if an application is not responding e Restart the computer click Start Turn Off Computer Restart e Some file browsers respond slowly while processing graphics or waiting for broken network connections to time out e Ifthe computer s hard disk drive frequently runs as indicated by the hard drive light on the front of the computer while the computer appears to be paused or running slowly Windows is likely spending excess time writing to its swap file on the computer s hard disk If this occurs frequently consider installing additional memory e Check the amount of available free disk space Delete temporary and unneeded files If the compute
40. 2 Select reliable error correction mode N3 Select auto reliable mode N4 Force LAPM mode N5 Force MNP mode MCR Report carrier MMR Report transmit and receive rates MR 0 Disable reporting of modulation connection MR 1 Enable reporting of modulation connection MCR and MRR are transmitted default MR 2 Enable reporting of modulation connection MCR and Receive Rate Only are transmitted Reference Guide 141 Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function Conexant MS a b c d e f Select modulation b c d e and fare optional ais the carrier allowable rates in parentheses B103 300 B212 1200 Rx 75 Tx or 75 Rx 1200 Tx V21 300 V22 1200 V22B 1200 2400 V23C 1200 V32 4800 9600 V32B 4800 14400 V34 2400 33600 K56 32000 56000 V90 28000 56000 V92 downstream 28000 56000 upstream 24000 48000 bis automode 0 disabled 1 enabled default cis minimum transmit Tx rate bps dis maximum transmit rate bps eis minimum receive Rx rate fis maximum receive rate bps WS n Set PDC mode 1 disable default 20 enable ECC Commands Cn Set data compression O disable 1 enable V 42 bis and MNP 5 2 enable V 42 bis and MNP 5 3 enable V 42 bis and MNP 5 default EB a b c Select break handling b and c are optional a 0 break is ignored b 0 transmitted V 42 L SIGNAL will not
41. 2048 that should be negotiated dsets maximum string length 32 bytes to be negotiated DS44 a b c d Controls V 44 data compression function b c d e f g h and iare optional e f 9 h i a sets direction s of data compression function seen by DTE 0 negotiated no compression 1 transmit only 2 receive only 3 both directions default b specifies whether modem disconnects if V 44 not negotiated remote DCE as specified in a O do not disconnect default 1 disconnect c O stream method default 1 packet method 2 multi packet method d 256 to 2048 sets maximum codewords to be negotiated in transmit direction default 2048 e 256 to 2048 sets maximum codewords to be negotiated in receive direction default 2048 f 32 to 255 sets maximum string length to be negotiated in transmit direction default 32 g 32 to 255 sets maximum string length to be negotiated in receive direction default 32 h 2048 to 4096 sets maximum size of history buffer to be negotiated in transmit direction default 4096 i 2048 to 4096 sets maximum size of history buffer to be negotiated in receive direction default 4096 Reference Guide 139 Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function Conexant ESA a b c d e f 9 h Controls operation of synchronous access mode a 0 specifies in transparent sub mode modem transmits 8 bit SYN sequence on idle b 0 specified in framed sub mode modem t
42. 600 or 115200 ITF a b c Sets transmit flow control thresholds b and c are optional a 20 to 7000 sets threshold octets above which modem generates flow off signal in synchronous access mode default 128 b 10 to 5000 sets threshold octets below which modem generates flow on signal in synchronous access mode default 64 c 0 fixed PCW n Set modem behavior with call waiting 1 request modem on hold and collect caller ID information 2 hang up 3 ignore call waiting PIG n 0 enable PCM upstream negotiation 1 disable default PMH n Set modem on hold 0 enabled in V 92 mode default 1 disabled PMHF Initiate flash hook sequence when in modem on hold procedure PMHR n Request modem to initiate or confirm modem on hold MOH procedure and timeout 0 V 92 modem on hold request denied or unavailable 1 to 13 grant MOH with timeout 1 10 sec 2 20 sec 3 30 sec 4 40 sec 5 1 min 6 2 min 7 3 min 8 4 min 9 6 min 10 8 min 11 12 min 12 16 min 13 indefinite PMHT n Set whether modem grants modem on hold MOH request and MOH timeout 0 deny V 92 modem on hold request default 1 to 13 grant MOH with timeout 1 10 sec 2 20 sec 3 30 sec 4 40 sec 5 1 min 6 2 min 7 3 min 8 4 min 9 6 min 10 8 min 11 12 min 12 16 min 13 indefinite PQC n Use Short Phase startup procedures 0 enable V 92 Short Phase 1 and 2 default 1 enable Short Phase 1 only 3 disable PSS n 0 modems decide whether to use short startup pro
43. A 02T1 75 CRVSA 02T1 90 Product Options Includes all options for analog modems Conexant and 802 11b and Bluetooth RF devices Ambit conforms to the following product specifications Safety IEC 60950 1991 A1 A2 A3 A4 EN 60950 1992 A1 A2 A3 A4 A11 IEC 60825 1 1993 A1 EN 60825 1 1994 A11 Class 1 LED GB4943 1995 EMC EN 55022 1994 A1 1995 A2 1997 Class B 1 CISPR 24 1997 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 3 2 1995 EN 61000 3 2 1995 A1 1998 A2 1998 IEC 61000 3 3 1994 EN 61000 3 3 1995 GB9254 1998 FCC Title 47 CFR Part 15 Class B ANSI C63 4 1992 AS NZS 3548 1995 Rules and Regulations of Class B Telecom TBR 21 1998 EG 201 121 1998 Radio EN 301 489 17 2000 Specific conditions for widebabd data HYPERLAN equipment Equipment Class 2 EN 300 328 2 2000 Technical requirements for Radio equipment Notified Body Number 0682 Notified Body Address CETECOM ICT Services GmbH Untertuerkheimer Str 6 10 D 66117 Saarbruecken Supplementary The product herewith complies with the requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC and carries the Information CE marking accordingly 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
44. AR 52 227 19 or any equivalent agency regulation or contract clause whichever is applicable The Customer agrees that it has only those rights provided for such Software by the applicable FAR or DFARS clause or the HP standard software agreement for the product involved Support Policy for Microsoft Operating Systems Service Pack HP will provide end user support for HP PCs that use Microsoft Operating Systems including its latest service packs This support will be available 30 days after the service pack being released by Microsoft Edition History Edition 1 KA KB gyre pe bes ok Sa Me ere BED See AER ds July 2002 amp This manual is printed on recycled paper Reference Guide 5 Contents Getting Started with Your HP Notebook sesseeseeeeeneenenenenneneensese 11 Waking INVentory res See RM RE M ER EE tege 12 Whats 1 the BOX ss dest E R lew tenon SE 12 TO DUY ACCESSOrIES nn Re dde in 12 To find moreMformMaton s ss seins nant Die 13 Identifying Parts of the Computer ss 14 Front NENT Eeer 14 Back View gue nes sine rt sbi acta ages nti ste sin a Et RS sie 15 Bottom AE 16 STATUS Lights 5555 trs th en En slot nn Mint ten res rene ache tes Mie 17 Setting Up Your Computer sic c sssscisc sess ree e arib aE Te Ea KEE EE EEEE EEEE 19 Step 1 Install the battery ENEE EEN ESA ENEE EE EN 19 Step 2 Connect AC Ower sci nest pensaient init EE tte het Mag 21 Step 3 Connect a phone Joe ss esse KEEN NENNEN 22 Step 4 T
45. Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System If the modem is disabled try to enable it If it has a conflict try disabling another device e If you re running fax software using fax Class 2 try using Class 1 If the modem dials but you can t hear it e If your model has an audio mute light make sure it is turned off If it s on press the audio mute button e Check the speaker volume setting e In Control Panel open Phone and Modem Options Select the modem and click Properties and then check the volume setting on the General tab If the modem connects but transferred data is bad e In Control Panel open Phone and Modem Options Make sure the parity speed word length and stop bits match on sending and receiving modems e Try disabling error correction and data compression If the modem causes an ERROR message e A string of AT commands may contain an incorrect command If you entered commands as extra settings for the modem in Control Panel or in your communications software check the commands If the modem doesn t fax e If you re using fax Class 2 in the fax software try using Class 1 e Close any other communications programs e If you re faxing by printing from an application make sure you ve selected the fax printer e Try turning off power management features temporarily If excessive line current is detected e Make sure you re using an analog telephone line 2 3 or 4 wires You mus
46. Double click the internal modem and then select the option to disable the modem Check the port settings in Control Panel Open the hardware Device Manager and then double click Ports COM amp LPT 112 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the serial or parallel port is not working Make sure the port connection is secure Check the port settings in Control Panel Open the hardware Device Manager and then double click Ports COM amp LPT Test the ports with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 If the USB port is not working Contact the vendor of the peripheral device and the HP Business Support Web site www hp com go bizsupport for the latest USB drivers Check the port settings in Control Panel Open the hardware Device Manager and then double click Universal Serial Bus Controller Test the USB port with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 Startup Problems If the computer doesn t respond when you turn it on Connect the AC adapter Press the power button to try turning on the unit Reset the computer by inserting the tip of a ballpoint pen into the reset button on the bottom of the computer Then press the power button to turn it on If the computer still doesn t respond remove the battery and AC adapter remove any PC cards and undock the computer if docked Then plug in the AC adap
47. E LAV RMR RRC 1 LOBES SAIC I lt REI ORNS OE EH Rie De MENTORO L MELTTFEU ap Lo b BERRI ORAM RACH L TER EO RARE LRG cit AIRE RES SP RABRORNERLLEL FER ER CE AX SISbRo t HZ AF 4 vaVORBRY How cc LTFEU 3 LOH OMB SBMA ORE MED RABIN LTERTRORADE LEBA 72 UP BHY ODL MELE XS ROMBEABHOADEF EL SS 03 5344 7181 2 4DS1 TELEC approval number D02 0005JP mmm mmm mmm Name of Equipment T60H424 Reference Guide 153 Reference Information Regulatory Information Russia Tlpoaykt ceprabHumposan B cucreme OCT P MOJEM cepradaumporan B cucreMe SJIEKTPOCB International Products sold internationally by Hewlett Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed on the following page Note For regulatory identification purposes your product is assigned a Regulatory Model Number The Regulatory Model Number for your product is listed in the declaration below This regulatory number is different from the marketing name and product number 154 Reference Guide Reference Information Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity according to ISO IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer s Name Hewlett Packard Company Mobile Computing Division Manufacturer s Address 19310 Pruneridge Ave Cupertino CA 95014 U S A declares that the following product Product Name Omnibook XE4 series Pavilion ZE4 and ZE5 series Pavilion XT series Regulatory Model Numbers CRVSA 02T1 60 CRVS
48. Hoc connection You could be too far away for high speed communication If your computer cannot detect any Bluetooth devices Make sure the wireless indicator light is on Make sure Bluetooth communication is turned on Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP Wireless Configuration then click the Bluetooth button if it s not turned on If no Bluetooth button is shown your computer does not support Bluetooth communication Make sure the Bluetooth devices are turned on Some Bluetooth phones must be set for detection and may be detectable by other devices for only a short time If your computer cannot detect a certain Bluetooth device Make sure the Bluetooth device is turned on Some Bluetooth phones must be set for detection and may be detectable by other devices for only a short time Refresh the list of Bluetooth devices Double click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar then click Bluetooth Search For Devices in the menu bar Reference Guide 115 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Testing the Hardware Testing the Hardware The e Diagtools hardware diagnostic program included with your computer provides two levels of testing e Automated testing using its basic hardware test e 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 compon
49. Make sure Bluetooth communication is turned on see the previous topic Double click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar In the menu bar click Bluetooth Device Configuration This menu is available only while Bluetooth folders are selected On the General tab check the following settings Give your computer a unique name that will identify it to other Bluetooth users Set the computer type to Laptop Select the security mode you want to use On the Information Exchange tab check the following settings Check the directory you want to make available to other Bluetooth users for sharing files both sent and received Check the directory where you want to store your business card file so you can easily send it to other Bluetooth users Check the inbox directory where you want delivered files from other Bluetooth users to be stored automatically Detailed information about these and other advanced settings are included in the online help To create your business card you can open Microsoft Outlook then open the address book and create a new contact After entering your personal information click File Export To vCard File and store the file in your business card directory 70 Reference Guide Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections To send or receive files using Bluetooth If your computer includes Bluetooth wireless capabilities it supports the following common protocols for transferring dat
50. S HP PRODUCT OR MAY BE FOUND ONLINE Operating system and software applications by Microsoft are licensed to you under the Microsoft License Agreement contained in the Microsoft documentation or displayed on your screen when Microsoft Software Products are launched Reference Guide 3 For a PC supplied with a Microsoft operating system When you start the PC and accept the Microsoft End user License Agreement EULA your license rights are valid only if a Certificate of Authenticity COA label corresponding to your Microsoft operating system is provided with your PC The COA label can usually be found on the bottom of the computer If the COA label does not correspond to your Microsoft operating system or is missing contact your HP reseller for details Other non HP Software and Operating Systems are covered by the appropriate vendor license The following License Terms govern the use of the HP software USE Customer may use the software on any one HP product Customer may not network the software or otherwise use it on more than one HP product Customer may not reverse assemble or decompile the software unless authorized by law COPIES AND ADAPTATIONS Customer may make copies or adaptations of the software a for archival purposes or b when copying or adaptation is an essential step in the use of the software with an HP product so long as the copies and adaptations are used in no other manner OWNERSHIP Customer agrees t
51. To protect your hard disk drive cornissa aiiiar iai eaaa iai 44 To maintain Your Computers esse i toari aa LS EEA A Ena EER aai 44 To safesuard your dat 220 45 To extend the life of the display 45 To clean your computer sise sentent pessoas nassousensesescsneasecs 46 Batteries and Power Management ssseeseeseseseeseeeseessesesssse 47 Managing Power Consumption ss 48 How the computer manages power automatically 0 0 eee cess eseeesecseeseeseeeees 48 To manage power manual 50 Using Battery Roueg sin ne etn cea Ra nae es alee 51 To check battery Status 51 To respond to a low battery warning eeeeeseesseeeseseesrsresrsressrersserrsseerrereeresrerrsee 52 To recharpe the battery eirinen e en E AE EEE ea Ras 52 To get the most from your batteries s ssssesesssessesseeeesesrsrsrtessrsrrrssrrrsrerssssrrreresreee 52 Modem and Network ConnectiOns ssseeeeeeenenennnsnses 55 Using the Modem sin Rial HGR Sah Rent tete 56 To connect the modem ss 57 To connect to the Internet SSss 58 To disconnect from the Internet ss 59 To dial in to a NetWork ege ENEE EES EENS ENNEN 59 To change your modem settings ss 60 To send and receive e mail sn 61 To send and receive f XES oisinn ieici ciiise reused amant mia ee 62 Connecting toa LAN ee REENEN aient SEENEN Seats datent 63 To connectto a LAN siennes Andina ist Asia
52. XE BINL NCP IPX DHCP Modem Software based modem certain models Data speed 56 Kbps V 92 maximum Fax speed 14 4 Kbps Class 1 and 2 Modulation V 21 V 22 V 22bis V 23 V 32 V 32bis V 34 V 90 V 92 X2 Bell 103 Bell 212A Synchronous transfer V 80 Compression V 42bis MNP5 Error correction V 42 MNP2 4 Fax Group 3 fax Class 1 V 17 V 27ter V 29 V 21 Reference Guide 135 Reference Information Hardware Specifications Wireless LAN Radio IEEE 802 11b WECA Wi Fi compliant direct sequence spread spectrum certain models Operating frequency 2 4 GHz ISM band exact frequencies and channels depend on country Raw data rate 1 2 5 5 or 11 Mbps Transmitter output 15 dBm typical approx 30 mW 16 dBm max approx 40 mW Receiver sensitivity 84 dBm typical Range up to 100 m 300 ft or more depending on environment and conditions On off button and indicator Mini PCI interface Bluetooth PAN Radio Bluetooth 1 1 compliant frequency hopping spread spectrum certain models Operating frequency 2 4 GHz ISM band Raw data rate 721 kbps Transmitter output 1 dBm typical Receiver sensitivity 82 dBm typical Range up to 10 m 30 ft depending on environment and conditions On off button and indicator Internal USB interface Input Output 9 pin 115 200 bps serial 25 pin bi directional ECP EPP parallel 15 pin VGA video out with DDC support S video TV out certain models
53. a To use either protocol both computers must support that protocol check the other computer s Bluetooth documentation FTP meaning files can be copied into and out of shared directories folders by both computers This service is equivalent to common network file sharing OPP object push profile meaning both computers can send certain types of Microsoft Outlook data to the other computer s Bluetooth inbox but cannot retrieve files from the other computer Sharing files with another Bluetooth device FTP 1 2 Double click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar In My Bluetooth Places select and open the other device to view files in its shared directory Use Windows Explorer or other software to copy or move files between your computer and other other device Sending Outlook data to another Bluetooth device OPP 1 2 3 Double click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar In My Bluetooth Places select and open the other device To send a calendar item note or message right click the device s inbox and select the option you want then select the file to send The file arrives in the device s inbox directory or To send your business card right click the device s inbox and select the option to send your business card Reference Guide 71 Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections To connect to a Bluetooth printer or serial device You can connect your computer to a B
54. a approvata in conformit alla Decisione del Consiglio 98 482 EC che regolamenta in seno all Unione Europea la connessione di singoli terminali alla rete telefonica pubblica commutata PSTN e alla rete wireless in radio frequenza Tuttavia a causa delle differenze esistenti tra i singoli servizi PSTN forniti nei diversi paesi l approvazione in s stessa non rappresenta una garanzia assoluta di funzionamento su ogni singolo punto di terminazione della rete PSTN In caso di problemi per prima cosa rivolgersi al fornitore dell apparecchiatura Questa apparecchiatura stata progettata per funzionare in tutti i paesi dell Area Economica Europea reti telefoniche pubbliche commutate La compatibilita della rete dipende dalle impostazioni interne del software Rivolgersi al fornitore dell apparecchiatura qualora sia necessario utilizzare quest ultima su una rete telefonica diversa Per ulteriore assistenza sul prodotto contattare Hewlett Packard 152 Reference Guide Reference Information Regulatory Information Japan CORES GIE SE EES E AMMES VCC ORE L TS lt Y52B R MRETTS CORE RECHT AC E EAHMELTU TA COR EN LC Ya SECHS C EE DEE ek WT EE AU RU SAS IGE TELUMRUMRUELTTEL Japan Telecommunications Approval Name of Equipment AMC20493 001 KT1 AMC20493 001 KT3 AMC20493 001 KT5 AMC20493 001 REC ARO TER LAN BEY OBSE T ORBORHARKE Ci Gro AS ERARBO OL BOME 5A YS CRASN TU SBA ORARRE AFETO RRA ROE BAe RHE
55. ameters see your network administrator for the required settings e Key ASCII passphrase or hexadecimal key string 64 Reference Guide Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Network Connections e Key format ASCII for passphrase hexadecimal for key string e Key length smaller number for 64 bit encryption larger number for 128 bit 6 Click OK to save the configuration This network is added to your list of preferred networks The computer automatically connects to the first preferred network that s within range if wireless communication is turned on see To turn wireless communication on and off on page 66 Creating a New Computer to Computer Network AdHoc You can set up a new network available to other local computers 1 Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Network Connections Double click the wireless connection to show its status and then click Properties On the Wireless Networks tab click Add to create a new network Type a name for the new network i el ar a If you want to use encrypted communication uncheck the automatic key option and then select the following parameters e Key ASCII passphrase or hexadecimal key string e Key format ASCII for passphrase hexadecimal for key string e Key length smaller number for 64 bit encryption larger number for 128 bit 6 Mark the option to make this a computer to computer adhoc network 7 Click OK to save the con
56. 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 Heavy modem use can affect battery operating time PC card use can affect battery operating time Test and recondition the battery every 3 months or so using HP Battery Optimizer see To get the most from your batteries on page 52 If the Time Remaining for the battery is not correct The Time Remaining is an estimate not a precise value and is based on the rate at which the computer is using power at the moment This value therefore depends on your current task and assumes that you will continue using power at the same rate until the battery runs out So if you check the Time Remaining while the computer is performing a task requiring a good deal of power such as reading from a CD or DVD the value will probably show less time remaining than you really have since you will probably later switch to tasks that require less power 110 Reference Guide Hint Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the computer doesn t suspend to Standby mode as expected e If you have a connection to another computer the computer won t suspend if the connection is active e Ifthe computer is performing an operat
57. arms in a neutral position Your arms should be relaxed and loose elbows at your sides with the forearms and hands parallel with the floor e Position your notebook computer display to minimize glare and reflection For example on an airplane lower the window shade or in a hotel room draw the curtains You also should maintain a comfortable viewing distance approximately 40 to 60 cm 16 to 24 inches Adjust the angle of your display to help keep your head angled slightly downward in a comfortable position 42 Reference Guide 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 If your notebook computer does not have a built in palm rest you can use a rolled up towel Try to type as lightly as possible The notebook keyboard requires little force to activate Take frequent short rest breaks this is especially important in a mobile computing environment Portable computers weigh between approximately 1 4 and 3 7 kilos 3 and 8 pounds When traveling be sure to carry your computer properly to minimize strain on your body Shift the bag containing your notebook equipment frequently between your left and right hands and shoulders Reference Guide 43 Basic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer Taki
58. cedures 2 use full startup procedures on all subsequent connections VCID n Set caller ID reporting O disable default 1 enable with formatted presentation 2 enable with unformatted presentation 140 Reference Guide Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function Conexant VRID n Report caller ID O use formatted presentation 1 use unformatted presentation QCPC Use full startup procedures on next connection then select startup procedure defined by PQC QCPS n 0 do not allow modem to save generated quick connect profile 1 allow default amp Cn Set RLSD O always on 1 follow carrier state default amp Dn O ignore DTR 1 upon on to off transition enter online command state and issue OK result code call remains connected 2 upon on to off transition clear call discard untransmitted data according to ETBM amp En O disable line quality monitor auto retrain and auto rate renegotiation 1 enable line quality monitor auto retrain and auto rate renegotiation default amp FO Restore factory configuration amp Gn Included for compatibility only no effect returns OK amp Kn Set DTE DCE flow control O disable 3 enable RTS CTS DTE DCE flow control default 4 enable XON XOFF DTE DCE flow control 5 and 6 included for compatibility only no effect returns OK amp Mn Included for compatibili
59. ct the application document folder or Web site you want the button to open If you want a label to appear onscreen when you press a One Touch button select that option on the Onscreen Display tab To use the Windows and Applications keys a 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 32 Does this Runs Windows Explorer Runs Windows Help Runs Windows Find Search Minimizes all displayed windows Returns all minimized windows to original size Runs the Windows Run dialog box Reference Guide Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To use the embedded keypad Your computer s built in keyboard includes an embedded keypad you can use to type numbers and arithmetic operators The keys in this keypad are marked using light blue characters e Press Fn F8 to turn on the embedded keypad e Hold Fn while typing a key to turn the embedded keypad on temporarily When the embedded keypad is active you can use Num Lock to change how the keypad functions e Num Lock on the keys enter the numbers and arithmetic operators printed in light gold on the keyboard e Num Lock off the keys act as cursor control keys as marked on an external keyboard To use the ALT GR key Non U S
60. d Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Run the virus scanning program See To protect against viruses on page 41 Test the hard disk drive with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 If necessary you can format the hard disk and reinstall the original factory software See To recover the factory installation of your hard disk on page 122 Heat Problems Your computer normally gets warm during routine operation If the computer gets abnormally hot Always set the computer on a flat surface so that air can flow freely around and underneath it Make sure the air vents on the bottom and sides of the computer are clear Keep in mind that games and other programs that drive CPU usage toward 100 can increase the computer s temperature Infrared Problems By default the infrared port is not enabled so you must enable it before you can use it If you have problems with infrared communications Make sure the line between the two infrared ports is not blocked and that the ports face each other as squarely as possible The computer s infrared port is located on the front of the computer The ports should be no more than meter apart Check settings in the Device Manager 1 Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System 2 On the Hardware tab click Device Manager and expand the infrared devices Double click the infrared port and make sure that the device i
61. d coded on the DVD drive and will be permanent Your HP warranty does not cover the expense of correcting this situation Refer to the help for your DVD player software for details about setting region codes To create or copy CDs If your computer came with a CD RW drive it also includes software that lets you copy or create CDs e Click Start All Programs Multimedia CD Writer RecordNow RecordNow You can use Windows Media Player to create audio CDs and Windows Explorer to create data CDs using a CD RW drive Refer to the software s help for details about creating or copying CDs HP recommends using HP C4403A CD R or C4404A CD RW media read and write quality may vary for other media 38 Reference Guide 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 To cancel password protection set an empty password BIOS Setup Utility 1 Click Start Turn Off Computer Restart 2 When the HP logo appears press F2 to enter BIOS Setup 3 From the Security menu enter or modify the Administrator Password or User Password as needed See Security Menu on page 120 4 Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup Windows XP 1 Clic
62. digits L redial last number P pulse dialing T tone dialing W wait for dial tone star pound sign flash wait for silence or amp wait for credit card dialing tone return to command state dial pause toggle calling tone Parentheses hyphens and spaces can be used to format dial string and have no other effect EO Turn off command echo E1 Turn on command echo default HO Initiate hang up sequence Hi If on hook go off hook and enter command mode 10 Report product code l1 Report LSB of stored checksum 12 Report OK 13 Report identification codes 14 Report product description 15 Report country code parameter 16 Report modem data pump model and internal code revision 17 Report modem data pump model and internal code revision 18 Report OK 19 Report country Ln Set speaker volume O off 1 low default 2 medium 3 high 138 Reference Guide Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function Conexant Mn Activate speaker O off 1 on during handshaking and off when receiving carrier default 2 always on 3 off when dialing and receiving carrier on when answering NO or N1 Included for compatibility only returns result code On 0 go on line 1 go on line and initiate retrain sequence P Force pulse dialing Qn 0 enable result codes to DTE default 1 d
63. directional serial interface for adding peripheral devices such as game controllers serial and parallel ports and scanners on a single bus e Attach the device s USB cable to one of the USB ports Windows automatically recognizes the USB device Some USB devices can be connected to the computer in series this is called a daisy chain connection 80 Reference Guide Note CAUTION Add On Devices Connecting External Devices If you have problems making this connection contact the device manufacturer and the HP Business Support Web site www hp com go bizsupport for the latest version of the driver for the device To connect an audio device If your model has a built in microphone look for a microphone icon near the right click button on the touch pad you can use it to record voice sound and music You can also plug in an external microphone external speakers or headphones In addition if you connect your computer to the port replicator you can plug in a stereo source such as a CD player or a device that accepts digital audio such as a digital audio recorder The headphone and line in jacks are three terminal stereo jacks They are not compatible with two terminal mono plugs Connecting a mono plug into either of these jacks may damage the computer e Attach the audio cable to the corresponding audio port on the computer or port replicator 1 External microphone Audio out headphones Volume control on cer
64. e battery into the battery compartment and slide it in until it latches Reference Guide 19 Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer To remove the battery 1 Before removing the battery do one of the following e Shut down the computer or put it into Hibernate mode or e Plug in the AC adapter 2 Slide the battery s release latch and then slide the battery out of its compartment 20 Reference Guide CAUTION Important Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 2 Connect AC power Use only the HP AC adapter included with your computer or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the computer If 75W is printed below the AC adapter socket on the computer do not use a 60 watt 3 16 amp adapter such as HP F1454A or F1781A and do not use DC adapter accessories F1455A and F2297A Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the computer or adapter and may void your warranty see Hewlett Packard Limited Warranty Statement on page 130 e Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect the power cord to the AC adapter then plug the power cord into a wall outlet The computer s battery then starts charging When unplugging the power cord unplug it from the outlet before unplugging it from the AC adapter While the battery is charging you can continue with step 3 Reference Guide 21 Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Y
65. e first time be sure to remove the cardboard packing insert 2 Place the CD or DVD into the drive label facing up and gently press down to seat it on the spindle Remove the CD or DVD 3 Slide the tray back into the module to close it gt If your computer loses power 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 Reference Guide 37 Hint Important Basic Operation Using CDs or DVDs To play DVD movies If your computer came with a DVD drive it also includes DVD player software that lets you play DVD movies e Click Start All Programs Multimedia DVD Player InterVideo WinDVD You can also use Windows Media Player to play DVD movies To play DVD movies on a TV see To use a TV set as a monitor on page 83 For best performance while playing movies on battery power set the Control Panel power scheme to Portable Laptop See How the computer manages power automatically on page 48 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 When you reach this limit your last change to the region code will be har
66. e only by its edges Before installing the memory module discharge your body s static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the computer 1 2 3 Click Start Turn Off Computer Turn Off Important unplug the AC adapter if present and remove the battery Turn the unit bottom side up loosen the screws holding the RAM cover and remove the cover 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 Replace the cover Insert the battery Reference Guide 89 Add On Devices Installing Additional RAM To remove a RAM expansion module You may want to remove a RAM module so you can install a larger one You ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps CAUTION Your computer s chips are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can be permanently damaged by it Handle the RAM module only by its edges Before installing the memory module discharge your body s static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the computer 1 Click Start Turn Off Computer Turn Off 2 Important unplug the AC adapter if present and remove the battery 3 Turn the unit bottom side up loosen the screws holding the RAM cover and remove the cover 4 Release the two latches at the sides of the RAM board so the free edge of the board Pops up
67. e period HP will assist with questions about e Included applications and operating systems e HP described operation environments and conditions e HP accessories HP upgrades and basic operation and troubleshooting HP will not be able to help with questions about e Non HP hardware software operating systems or usage not intended for or included by HP with the product e How to repair the product yourself e Product development custom installations e Consulting 126 Reference Guide 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 for the most complete and current list of phone numbers If your HP notebook product is not normally sold by HP in the country of use you must call a Customer Care Center that supports your notebook model Currently service and support assistance is provided only in the following countries and regions Pavilion models United States 208 323 2551 United Kingdom 44 0 207 512 52 02 France 33 0 1 43 62 34 34 Mexico Mexico City 52 58 9922 outside Mexico City 01 800 472 6684 Australia 61 3 8877 8000 For best service make sure you have as much of the following available when you call e Your computer s m
68. ease sublicense the software or distribute copies or adaptations of the software to the public in physical media or by telecommunication without the prior written consent of 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 UPDATES AND UPGRADES Customer agrees that the software does not include updates and upgrades which may be available from Hewlett Packard under a separate support agreement 4 Reference Guide EXPORT CLAUSE Customer agrees not to export or re export the software or any copy or adaptation in violation of the U S Export Administration regulations or other applicable regulation U S GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS Use duplication or disclosure is subject to 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 as defined in DFARS 252 227 7014 June 1995 or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2 101 a or as Restricted computer software as defined in F
69. eb site www hp com go bizsupport To update Windows drivers From time to time HP releases updated versions of the drivers for your computer These updates are intended to fix any problems that could be encountered in the drivers and to keep your computer running smoothly In addition HP may provide drivers for other versions of Microsoft Windows in case you decide to install a different version of Windows e Download the latest drivers for your computer from www hp com go bizsupport Follow the instructions included with the drivers 124 Reference Guide HP Support and Service Reference Guide 125 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 e HP Business Support Web site Get e mail and telephone support information technical information and software updates www hp com go bizsupport e HP Notebook Computer Web site Get the latest information about technical support plus information about warranty and support programs www hp com notebooks To contact HP for support or service HP Customer Care Centers will assist you free of charge during the term of the warranty you are responsible for the telephone charges During the free assistanc
70. efault the infrared port is not enabled so you must enable it before you can use it 1 Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System 2 On the Hardware tab click Device Manager and expand the infrared devices Double click the infrared port and select the option to enable the device Reference Guide 85 Add On Devices Connecting External Devices Using the infrared port e 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 meter apart with no obstructions in between Noise from nearby equipment can cause transmission errors e To check the status of communications open Wireless Link in Control Panel Disabling the infrared port You should generally disable infrared communication when you aren t using it 1 Close any applications that are using infrared and any folders on an infrared link 2 Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System 3 On the Hardware tab click Device Manager and expand the infrared devices Double click the infrared port and select the option to disable the device Printing to an infrared printer e Install your printer and assign it to the computer s infrared port You can then print from your applications as you would to any other printer Transferring files through an infrared connection You can use your computer s infrared port to transfer files by using Wireless
71. eless 802 11 communication e Make sure the wireless indicator light is on e If your computer includes Bluetooth capabilities make sure wireless 802 11 communication is turned on Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP Wireless Configuration then click the 802 11 button if it s not turned on e Make sure you are using the correct SSID and channel settings see To prepare for connections on page 64 e Make sure you are in range of an access point for an infrastructure connection or other wireless computer for an AdHoc connection e See LAN Problems on page 103 If you have trouble connecting to another computer in the Network Neighborhood or My Network Places e Wait a few minutes and then press F5 to refresh the list of computers on the network e Click Start Search Computers or People to locate the computer 114 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If you cannot connect to a particular computer on the network Make sure the computer is properly connected to the network Make sure your TCP IP setup is correct for your network in Control Panel open Network Connections If you can connect but the network is slow Check whether you might be in an area served by more than one wireless LAN If so the LANs could be interfering with each other Move closer to the access point for an infrastructure connection or other wireless computer for an Ad
72. ents The tests are non destructive and are intended to preserve the state of the computer The computer reboots when you exit the program so drivers can be loaded To run the e Diagtools diagnostic test 1 Click Start Turn Off Computer Restart 2 When the HP logo appears press F10 to start the diagnostic test The first time you run the program you are prompted to select the language for the program 3 When the menu appears press F2 to run e Diagtools 4 When the Configuration Description appears check the list of detected hardware 5 Run the basic test Press F2 to start the basic hardware test The results appear when the test is complete 6 Ifyou intend to exit without running the advanced tests press F4 to view the Support Ticket Press F3 to exit e Diagtools 7 Optional run the advanced tests Press F2 to open the advanced test screen 8 Use the arrow keys and ENTER to select the test you want to run Tests are listed only for detected hardware 9 Press F2 to run the selected tests and add the results to the Support Ticket 10 After each run press F2 to return to the advanced test screen or press F4 to view the Support Ticket 11 Exit Press F3 and then any key to exit and reboot 116 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Testing the Hardware 12 Optional open the Support Ticket In Windows click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP e Diagtools e Diagtools for Windows
73. er turns off immediately after it turns on e Battery power is probably extremely low Plug in the AC adapter or insert a charged battery If the computer keeps beeping e The computer beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when battery power is low Save your work shut down Windows immediately and insert a charged battery or plug in the AC adapter If the battery doesn t charge e Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the power source and the computer and that the light on the adapter is on Reference Guide 109 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If you re using a power strip remove the AC adapter from the power strip and plug it directly into a wall outlet Make sure the battery is fully installed and locked in place Make sure you re using only the HP AC adapter included with your computer or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the computer If 75W is printed below the AC adapter socket on the computer do not use a 60 watt 3 16 amp adapter such as HP F1454 or F1781 Move the computer away from any nearby heat source Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery to cool down If the battery gets too hot it will not charge properly If available try another battery and AC adapter If the computer has a short operating time Try conserving power using any of the suggestions listed in To get the most from your batteries on page 52 If you
74. er with the locator posts on the port replicator Reference Guide 87 Note Add On Devices Connecting External Devices 4 Press the computer down until both sides click into place 5 If the computer is off open the computer and press the power button to turn it on The lights on the port replicator turn on When the computer is docked you can use the computer s security connector to secure the computer To secure both the computer and port replicator install the Kensington lock in the security connector next to the undock button this locks the undock button If a device is connected to an audio port on the computer any device connected to the corresponding port on the port replicator is ignored To undock from the port replicator 1 Press down the undock button on the right side of the port replicator 2 Lift the computer out of the port replicator 88 Reference Guide Add On Devices Installing Additional RAM Installing Additional RAM CAUTION 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 To install a RAM expansion module Use HP PC2100 DDR 266 or higher RAM only You ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps Your computer s chips are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can be permanently damaged by it Handle the RAM modul
75. es menu is set to Auto See To run the BIOS Setup utility on page 118 e Suspend or shut down the computer before you attach the scroll mouse so that it will be detected properly If you want to use the touch pad again you must suspend or shut down the computer before you detach the scroll mouse e Test the keyboard and pointing devices with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 If the embedded numeric keypad doesn t work e To type numbers make sure Num Lock is on 102 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Make sure the embedded Keypad Lock Fn F8 is on or that you press and hold the Fn key to temporarily access the embedded keypad If you can t type the euro symbol Hold ALT GR when you press the marked key The euro symbol is not on the U S English keyboard Make sure the embedded keypad is active Fn F8 and Num Lock is on and then hold ALT while typing 0128 on the numeric keypad If you can t update or reinstall One Touch software Log in as administrator to perform the update or installation 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 Try connecting a different co
76. es 149 Kapgen eege sha bas Wake eaves mienne tes Beever ect 150 European Union sise EE ten nimes deen 151 JAPAN EE 153 RUSSIA Enr nu insu NN EE SEENEN Pi AUS 154 International 3 46 stat r a Mein ere Ee e Baies nest Eer 154 LE 157 10 Reference Guide Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Reference Guide 11 Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Taking Inventory Taking Inventory 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 This manual shows how to set up and operate your computer as well as what to do if you run into trouble What s in the box e HP notebook PC e Battery installed e AC adapter and power cord e Quick Start sheet e Startup Guide e Recovery CD or DVD for restoring Windows and all software included with your computer e Microsoft Windows manual e CD with special software for models with certain types of drives In addition your HP notebook includes preinstalled software The exact software installed depends on your particular notebook model 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 accessories such as the following e AC adapter e Replacement hard disk dri
77. etworks LANs LANs give 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 1 Check that the existing LAN supports Ethernet 10Base T 10 Mbps or 100Base TX 100 Mbps connections 2 Plug the LAN cable not supplied into the built in LAN port The cable must have an RJ 45 connector 3 Windows automatically detects and sets up a LAN connection To edit settings open Network and Dial up Connections in Control Panel See Windows Help for information about setting up and using LAN connections click Start Help and Support or Help Contact your network administrator for network information Two lights next to the LAN port indicate the status of the connection e The yellow light indicates network activity e The green light indicates a 100 MB per second link Reference Guide 63 Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Network Connections Making Wireless Network Connections If your computer includes a wireless on off button located on the right side of the front of the computer you can connect by radio to an 802 11 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 network but also provides for roaming Since your computer connects to the network by radio rather than through cables you can move from
78. ever some S video composite adapters will not work for this application Contact HP Customer Care for more information 2 Optional connect an audio cable from the computer s headphone output jack to the TV audio input The S video port doesn t include audio output To activate the TV display HP TV Now automatically adjusts your computer for using a TV For example the display timeout is disabled to prevent the screen from turning off and the resolution is optimized for TV viewing e Ifa One Touch button is assigned to HP TV Now press that button The five One Touch buttons are located above the keyboard e Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP TV Now To adjust the HP TV Now options click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP TV Now Options To return the display to its normal settings run HP TV Now again Normal display settings are also restored if the computer suspends or turns off If the image on the TV is bad the format used for TV output may be incorrect for your TV In North America the normal setting is NTSC In Europe Asia and Africa the normal setting is PAL To change the TV format open Control Panel Display then on the Settings tab click Advanced On the Displays tab click the TV button then set the format on the Format tab To play DVD movies on the TV The movie shows only on the main display If the movie doesn t appear on the TV open Display in Control Panel c
79. f shipping handling duties taxes freight or fees to or from the service location If your computer is no longer under warranty Contact an HP authorized reseller or the HP Customer Care Center see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 The support provider will let you know about repair charges and processes You are financially responsible for any repairs to your notebook that are not covered by the HP warranty see the warranty statement on the next page This includes any repairs required if you damage your notebook for example by spilling liquid onto it dropping it or breaking the display In addition most DVD drives let you change the region code only a limited number of times usually no more than four to allow you to set the proper region code for your area When you reach this limit your last change to the region code will be hard coded on the DVD drive and will be permanent Your HP warranty does not cover the expense of correcting this situation 128 Reference Guide Note Note HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer To prepare your computer for shipment See To receive repair service above to determine if your computer must be sent in for service If so prepare your computer for shipment as follows If you have questions about packaging requirements when returning your notebook for repair contact HP Service and Support see To contact HP for support or service
80. fferent resolutions and numbers of colors for each display However using the Extended Desktop requires video memory for each display For this reason higher resolutions and higher numbers of colors may cause unexpected behavior on the displays Try starting with 1024 x 768 resolution on the external display and 64 K colors 16 bit on both displays You can then try higher settings to see whether they work for your applications In addition certain operations such as playing DVDs and running 3D graphics require extra video memory so you may have to adjust display settings If you re playing a DVD movie the movie will show only on the primary display To change the primary display go to the Settings tab of Display Properties see the steps above right click the display you want and select Primary To use a TV set as a monitor If your model has an S video port on the back you can connect a television set or other video device to your computer to use as a display To connect a TV set 1 Connect the TV set to the S video port using a standard S video cable or a composite video adapter with a standard RCA type video cable For best quality and operation use a TV with an S video input and connect an S video cable from the computer to the TV If the only connection available is a Reference Guide 83 Add On Devices Connecting External Devices composite phono RCA type connection a good quality standard cable is recommended How
81. figuration This network is added to your list of preferred networks and becomes available to other computers Reference Guide 65 Important Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Network Connections To turn wireless communication on and off Wireless networks and cellular modems are examples of devices that use wireless communication Such devices may be restricted in some situations or environments such as when traveling in an airplane If in doubt be sure to ask for authorization before turning on your computer s wireless networking In Italy Singapore and possibly other countries you may be required to ask the responsible authority for a license paid for by you before using the wireless function Turning on communication and making a connection If your computer has both wireless 802 11 and Bluetooth capabilities the wireless indicator light on the front of the computer turns on when Bluetooth or 802 11 communication is turned on but it doesn t show whether Bluetooth 802 11 or both functions are active You must use HP Wireless Configuration to control the individual wireless functions 1 If the computer isn t on turn it on 2 If you normally press the wireless on off button on the front of the computer to turn wireless 802 11 communication on and off press the button so the indicator light turns on This restores your previous wireless configuration or Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard
82. h any type of optical device CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT LEDSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT Reference Guide 147 Reference Information Safety Information Mercury Safety This product contains mercury in the fluorescent lamp of the liquid crystal display and may require special handling at end of life Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the IEEE 802 11 and Bluetooth 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 HP therefore believes the internal wireless radio is safe for use by consumers The level of energy emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones However the use of wireless radios may be restricted in some situations or environments such as aboard airplanes If you are unsure of restrictions you are encouraged to ask for authorization before turning on the wireless radio 148 Reference Guide Reference Information Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how your computer complies with regulations in certain regions Any modifications to your compute
83. haftsgemein schaft entwickelt Public Switched Telephone Networks Die Kompatibilit t zum Netz ist von internen Software Einstellungen abh ngig Wenden Sie sich an den Ger teher steller wenn Sie die Ger te in einem anderen Telefonnetz einsetzen m ssen Weitere Informationen zur Unterstiitzung fiir das Produkt erhalten Sie bei Hewlett Packard Cet quipement a t reconnu conforme aux d cisions du Conseil 98 482 EC relatives a la connexion pan europ enne de terminal simple au r seau t l phonique public commut RTPC et un r seau sans fil RF Cependant des diff rences existant entre les RTPC nationaux pr sents dans les diff rents pays cette homologation en elle m me ne garantit pas la r ussite de toutes les op rations sur tous les points de terminaison du r seau t l phonique public commut En cas de probl me prenez contact avec le fournisseur aupr s duquel vous vous tes procur votre quipement Cet quipement a t con u pour fonctionner dans tous les pays membres de la zone d change europ enne R seaux T l phoniques Public Commut s La compatibilit entre r seaux d pend des param tres internes du logiciel Prenez contact avec le fournisseur aupr s duquel vous vous tes procur votre quipement pour savoir s il est pr f rable d utiliser ce dernier sur un autre r seau t l phonique Si vous souhaitez obtenir de l aide prenez contact avec Hewlett Packard Questa apparecchiatura stat
84. hanges Reference Guide 121 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software Reinstalling and Updating Software CAUTION You can use the Recovery CD or DVD to recover the original software build for your computer The Recovery CD or DVD also provides Windows drivers specific to your computer to configure a custom system You can find drivers in these locations e On your computer s hard drive under C hp Drivers e On the Recovery CD or DVD under hp Drivers e On the HP Business Support Web site www hp com go bizsupport This Web site contains the latest updates of software drivers for different operating systems To recover the factory installation of your hard disk You can use the Recovery CD or DVD to reinstall the original factory software on your computer s hard disk You can also use the same process to create a Utility partition on a new hard disk The hidden Utility partition contains the e Diagtools diagnostic tests This procedure formats the computer s hard disk drive and erases all data on the disk After the hard disk is formatted you ll need to reinstall your applications Do not interrupt the following process or unplug the AC adapter until the process is complete 1 Important Back up all data from your hard disk The following steps delete all data from the disk 2 Plug in the AC adapter 3 Insert the Recovery CD or DVD in the CD ROM or DVD drive To open the drive w
85. hat he she does not have any title or ownership of the software other than ownership of the physical media Customer acknowledges and agrees that the software is copyrighted and protected under the copyright laws Customer acknowledges and agrees that the software may have been developed by a third party software supplier named in the copyright notices included with the software who shall be authorized to hold the Customer responsible for any copyright infringement or violation of this Agreement PRODUCT RECOVERY CD ROM or DVD If your HP product was shipped with a product recovery CD ROM or DVD i The product recovery CD ROM or DVD and or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP product with which the product recovery CD ROM or DVD was originally provided ii The use of any operating system software by Microsoft contained in any such product recovery CD ROM or DVD shall be governed by the Microsoft License Agreement TRANSFER OF RIGHTS IN SOFTWARE Customer may transfer rights in the software to a third party only as part of the transfer of all rights and only if Customer obtains the prior agreement of the third party to be bound by the terms of this License Agreement Upon such a transfer Customer agrees that his her rights in the software are terminated and that he she will either destroy his her copies and adaptations or deliver them to the third party SUBLICENSING AND DISTRIBUTION Customer may not l
86. he 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 and then click the card you want to remove This protects your data and helps avoid unexpected problems Ge If needed you can restart the card by removing and then reinserting it 2 Press the eject button to pop the button out and then press it in to eject the PC Card ke Reference Guide 77 Add On Devices Connecting External Devices Connecting External Devices To identify connectors for external devices The diagrams below show your computer s connectors for external devices and for the port replicator Locating connectors on the computer 1 PS 2 keyboard or PS 2 mouse port supports Y adapter AC adapter jack Two universal serial bus USB ports LAN port on certain models S video port on certain models Parallel port LPT 1 Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device Serial port COM1 External monitor port HO LT CON A E CS Modem port on certain models 78 Reference Guide Add On Devices Connecting External Devices 10 PC Card and CardBus slot See Connecting PC Cards on page 76 11 IEEE 1394 port on certain models 12 Audio ports 13 Infrared port on certain models Locating connectors on the port replicator
87. hen the computer is turned off insert a straightened paper clip into the hole on the front of the drive 4 Turn on or restart the computer If the computer is running click Start Turn Off Computer Restart 5 When you see the HP logo press ESC 6 Select the CD or DVD drive as the boot device 122 Reference Guide CAUTION Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software 7 When the Recovery CD or DVD 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 15 to 45 minutes If you want to create the Utility partition without installing the factory software click Advanced and select the option to not install the operating system If your hard disk is partitioned into several drives you can install the factory software on drive C without affecting other drives Click Advanced and select to restore only the C partition 8 When prompted to reboot the computer press CTRL ALT DEL and follow any instructions that appear onscreen Windows XP is installed using NTFS format which cannot be converted to FAT32 To replace a damaged Recovery CD or DVD If you lose or damage the Recovery CD or DVD take your computer to a local HP service center to get a replacement CD or DVD Call the HP Customer Care Center for the address and telephone number of an HP
88. hort range radio connections to a wireless personal area network PAN and access other Bluetooth compatible devices such as other computers cell phones and printers Since the Bluetooth function connects your computer by radio rather than through cables you can move around and remain connected and you can detect new Bluetooth devices automatically when they enter your area To turn Bluetooth communication on and off Important Wireless communication may be restricted in some situations or environments such as when traveling in an airplane If in doubt be sure to ask for authorization before turning on your computer s wireless networking In Italy Singapore and possibly other countries you may be required to purchase a license from the responsible authority before using the wireless function Turning on Bluetooth communication The wireless indicator light on the front of the computer turns on when Bluetooth or 802 11 communication is turned on but it doesn t show whether Bluetooth 802 11 or both functions are active You must use HP Wireless Configuration to control the individual wireless functions 1 If your computer isn t on turn it on 2 If you normally press the wireless on off button on the front of the computer to turn Bluetooth communication on and off press the button so the indicator light turns on This restores your previous wireless configuration or Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard
89. ic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer To safeguard your data e Do not use a pointing device or activate any other device that interrupts operation while the system is starting or stopping e Back up your work regularly Copy files to floppy CD RW or network drives e 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 Since new viruses appear frequently you will also want to update the program s virus definitions from time to time updates are on the Web at www symantec com for Norton AntiVirus e Check your disk using the Tools tab in the disk s Properties window To extend the life of the display e Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level Fn F1 e When working at your desk connect an external monitor and turn off the internal display Fn F5 e If you are not using an external monitor set the Turn off monitor timeouts for both AC and battery operation to the shortest comfortable interval e Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the computer from changing to Display off or Standby mode after a timeout period If you use a screen saver enable the option to shut off the display after a time delay e Do not disable Display off or Standby timeouts e If you are using AC power and have no external monitor attached put the computer in Standby mode when not in use Reference
90. imes called a data line You must not use a digital line Connect a telephone cord with an RJ 11 plug into a telephone jack If the plug on the phone cord doesn t fit the jack you may need to use an adapter Plug the other end of the phone cord into the built in modem Check your modem s country or region settings click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Phone and Modem Options Your built in modem may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange PBX cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and does not work with party lines Some of these connections may result in excess electrical voltage and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem Check your telephone line type prior to connecting your phone line Special restrictions in certain countries Many countries impose a blackout period after a modem repeatedly fails to connect to a service provider The number of failed attempts and the period you must wait before trying again differ from country to country check with your telephone company For example if you are dialing from Italy and fail to connect to your server or cancel the connection you must wait one minute before dialing that number again If you dial before then you will get an error message that says delay After the fourth Reference Guide 57 Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem failed connection you must wait one hour before trying the numbe
91. indicate break signal length c 0 break is not delivered to DTE EFCS 0 Select 16 bit FCS specified in V 42 ER a Select error control protocol NONE error control not in use LAPM V 42 LAPM protocol ALT MNP ER n Error control reporting O disable 1 enable ES a b c Select error control and synchronous mode b and c are optional a is requested mode when modem is originator O initiate call with direct mode 1 initiate call with normal mode 2 initiate V 42 without detection phase 3 initiate V 42 with detection phase default 4 initiate MNP 6 initiate V 80 synchronous access mode when connection is completed b specifies fallback mode when modem is originator O LAPM MNP or normal mode error control optional default 1 LAPM MNP or direct mode error control optional 2 LAPM or MNP error control required 3 LAPM error control required 4 MNP error control required c specifies fallback mode when modem is answerer or specifies V 80 synchronous access mode 1 error control disabled use normal mode 2 LAPM MNP or normal mode error control optional default 3 LAPM MNP or direct mode error control optional 4 LAPM or MNP error control required 5 LAPM error control required 6 MNP error control required 8 initiate V 80 synchronous access mode when connection complete ESR 0 Disable selective repeat option in V 42 ETBM a b c Handle data remaining in modem buffers on call termination b and c are optional a 0 disconnect
92. ion it normally waits for the operation to finish before suspending If the computer doesn t automatically hibernate as expected e Make sure hibernate support is enabled From Control Panel open Power Options and then click the Hibernate tab Also check the Power Schemes tab Make sure the Hibernate timeouts for both AC power and battery power are not set to Never Printing Problems You will usually be able to solve most printing problems by using the Print troubleshooter in Windows Help click Start Help and Support or Help If a serial or parallel printer doesn t print e Make sure the printer is on and has paper in it e Make sure you are using the correct printer cable or cable adapter and that the cable is secure at both ends e Check for printer errors If the left edge of printed output is missing e Certain applications may not work properly with 600 dpi printers If you re using such a printer try selecting a compatible printer driver for a 300 dpi printer For example if you were using a 600 dpi HP LaserJet printer you might try using the HP LaserJet IIsi driver 300 dpi If an infrared printer doesn t print e Make sure the line between the two infrared ports is not blocked and that the ports face each other as squarely as possible The computer s infrared port is located on the front of the computer The ports should be no more than meter apart e Make sure the printer is on and has paper in
93. ions TFT displays can have a small number of cosmetic imperfections and still conform to HP s cosmetic quality specifications including the following e No more than 6 pixels remain on always one color such as white red green or blue dots e No more than 6 pixels remain off always dark e No more than a total of 8 pixels stuck on or off e No other stuck pixel within 15 mm of a stuck pixel Contact HP Customer Care if you have a display quality problem and require a more comprehensive explanation of HP display quality see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 We expect that over time the industry will continue to produce displays with fewer inherent cosmetic imperfections and we will adjust our HP guidelines as these improvements are implemented Hard Disk Drive Problems If the computer s hard drive doesn t spin e Make sure the computer has power If necessary connect the AC adapter and make sure it is fully plugged into a power source and into the back of the computer e Remove and reinsert the hard drive See Replacing the Hard Disk Drive on page 91 If the hard disk makes a buzzing or whining noise e Back up the drive immediately e See whether the noise is coming from elsewhere such as from the fan or a PC Card drive If files are corrupted e Open My Computer select the disk you want to scan click File Properties and use the Tools tab 100 Reference Guide Troubleshooting an
94. isable Sn Select S register n as default Sn v Set default S register n to value v T Force DTMF dialing Vn Report result codes 0 short form terse 1 long form verbose default WO Report DTE speed default WI Report line speed error correction protocol and DTE speed W2 Report DCE speed W3 Report DCE speed and error correction protocol X0 Report CONNECT result code on connecting Dial tone and busy detection not reported X1 Report CONNECT lt text gt result code on connecting Dial tone and busy detection not reported X2 Report CONNECT lt text gt result code on connecting Dial tone and busy detection not reported X3 Report CONNECT lt text gt result code on connecting Dial tone not reported busy signal reported if detected X4 Report CONNECT lt text gt result code on connecting Dial tone and busy signal reported if detected default Z Reset to default configuration DR a Select error control protocol NONE no data compression V42B 42bis in both directions ALT MNP 5 compression DR n 0 disables extended format DR intermediate result code 1 enables DS a b c d Controls V 42bis data compression function b c and d are optional a sets direction s of data compression function seen by DTE 0 negotiated no compression 3 both directions default b 0 specifies modem does not disconnect if V 42bis is not negotiated by remote modem as specified by a c sets maximum number of dictionary entries
95. ium ion 14 8 Vdc battery with LED charge level gauge Battery life up to 3 hours typical varies with model usage and power settings Fast battery recharge 2 hours when system is off 3 hours when system is on Low battery warning Suspend resume capability Universal AC adapter 100 240 Vac 50 60 Hz input 19 Vdc output 75 W Mass Storage 20 to 60 GB removable hard drive with Ultra DMA 100 interface 1 44 MB floppy drive module certain models 24x CD ROM or 8x DVD or CD RW or CD RW DVD drive or higher RAM At least 128 MB RAM preinstalled Models with Technology Code KA Two slots for PC2100 DDR 266 RAM modules Up to 1 GB 1024 MB RAM Models with Technology Code KB Two slots for PC2100 DDR 266 RAM modules Up to 1 GB 1024 MB RAM using 512 MB modules future support for 2 GB RAM maximum Audio System Stereo sound via two built in speakers 3D enhanced audio Volume and mute buttons certain models Built in microphone certain models Headphone out and microphone in Keyboard and 87 88 key touch type QWERTY keyboard with 101 102 key emulation Pointing Devices Embedded numeric keypad 12 function Fn keys 5 user programmable One Touch buttons Touch pad with integrated scroll pad on off button and indicator Left and right click buttons LAN Ethernet 10Base T 10 Mbps and 100Base TX 100 Mbps support certain models Supports wake on LAN fast IP DMI dRMON MBA Managed Boot Agent support for P
96. k Start Control Panel User Accounts and then select your account 2 Click Create a Password and then set the password 3 Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options 4 On the Advanced tab select the option to prompt for a password when the computer leaves Standby mode To protect your computer when you re not using it see To lock your computer below To lock your computer To protect against unauthorized access 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 Reference Guide 39 Basic Operation Securing Your Computer e Press the HP Quick Lock button the five One Touch buttons are located above the keyboard or e Press CTRL ALT DEL and click Lock Computer This option may not be available in all configurations To unlock the computer follow your normal logon steps To attach a security cable Your computer includes a built in connector you can use to secure the computer with a cable and a lock such as the Kensington MicroSaver lock system available at many computer stores 1 Wrap the cable around a secure object such as a table leg 2 Loop the cable to create a slip knot around the stationary object and make sure it can t slip off 3 Insert the lock into the security connector on the left side of the computer and release the ke
97. ktop Zoom 34 devices boot order 121 external display 33 infrared 85 parallel 80 ports for 78 serial 85 temporary boot order 27 USB 80 diagnostics 116 dial in network connections 59 dial up network connections Bluetooth 73 display Reference Guide 157 BIOS settings 120 brightness 30 34 45 52 dual display 83 dual monitor 83 extending life 45 external 82 port 15 power 53 quality 100 secondary 83 settings 34 switching to external 33 troubleshooting 99 display colors adjusting 34 docking port replicator 87 docking port 16 dragging items 29 drive lock 41 drivers downloading 124 drives hard drive holder 92 hard drive lock 41 replacing hard disk 91 93 DVD drive location 14 playing movies 38 setting region code 38 troubleshooting 97 E e Diagtools for Windows 117 e mail HP Customer Care 127 sending and receiving 61 encryption 64 ergonomics 19 euro symbol 103 Exit menu BIOS 121 extended memory 119 external monitor port location 15 external mouse configuring 29 F F10 diagnostics 116 FAT32 format 123 Fax Console 62 faxes 62 files protecting 41 158 recovering 122 floppy disk drive location 15 Fn key Back Space mute 30 F1 decrease brightness 30 34 F12 hibernate 30 F2 increase brightness 30 34 F5 display select 30 82 F8 keypad 30 33 NumLock scroll lock 30 Page Down decrease audio
98. lick the Settings tab then click Advanced and make the TV a primary display For more information see To play DVD movies on page 38 84 Reference Guide Note Add On Devices Connecting External Devices To connect an IEEE 1394 device If your computer has an IEEE 1394 port located on the computer s left side you can use it to connect devices such as audio and video equipment disk drives printers and other computers e Attach the device s cable to the IEEE 1394 port on the computer s left side Windows automatically recognizes the device The IEEE 1394 port is a 4 wire port If you want to connect a device that has a 6 wire plug you should buy a simple adapter if the device is unpowered or a hub if the device requires power If you have problems making this connection contact the device manufacturer and the HP Business Support Web site www hp com go bizsupport for the latest version of the driver for the device To connect a serial device The computer includes a standard 9 pin serial port that you can use to connect devices such as external modems and fax modems e Connect the device s serial cable to the computer s serial port To connect an infrared device If your model has an infrared port a small rectangular lens located on the front of the computer it provides wireless serial communication between the computer and other infrared devices such as printers or other computers By d
99. low the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you THE WARRANTY TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS STATEMENT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT LAWFULLY PERMITTED DO NOT EXCLUDE RESTRICT OR MODIFY AND ARE IN ADDITION TO THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT TO YOU HP Notebook with 1YR 3YR or similar mark on 1 year 3 years or number of years marked serial number label HP Notebook with 90D or similar mark on serial number 90 days or number of days marked label HP Notebook accessories and batteries Non HP accessories Not warranted by HP Refer to manufacturer s warranty HP Software Microsoft Software 90 days Reference Guide 131 Reference Information Reference Guide 133 Reference Information Hardware Specifications Hardware Specifications Technology Codes Each HP notebook computer has a two letter technology code The technology code is shown on the serial number label on the bottom of the computer and it is also included in the BIOS version number 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 328 x 272 x 33 mm 12 9 x 10 7 x 1 8 in Size 15 inch display 328 x 272 x 35 mm 12 9 x 10 7 x 1 4 in Weight 2 9 kg 6
100. luetooth serial device for example you could print from a word processor to a Bluetooth serial printer 1 Make sure Bluetooth communication is turned on see To turn Bluetooth communication on and off on page 68 2 Install the printer software that comes with the Bluetooth printer The following details are for the HP Deskjet 995C printer a Insert the CD that came with the printer If the setup program doesn t run click Start Run and run setup exe on the CD b When prompted click the option for installing the printer software Follow the displayed instructions For each screen click the right arrow to continue c When prompted to select how the printer is connecting select the Bluetooth option d When you reach the Bluetooth information screen with no right arrow click the X to exit 3 Double click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar 4 In the menu bar click Bluetooth Device Configuration This menu is available only while Bluetooth folders are selected 5 On the Client Applications tab find the Bluetooth serial port and note the name of the COM port at the far right such as COM4 You can also create new COM ports for multiple serial devices After writing down the COM port number close the Bluetooth configuration window Click Start Printers and Faxes Right click the printer icon for the Bluetooth printer and select Properties E On the Ports tab find the Bluetooth COM port you noted above
101. mputer to the cable Make sure the LAN cable is Category 3 4 or 5 for 10Base T operation or Category 5 for 100Base TX operation Maximum cable length is 100 meters 330 feet Click Start Help and Support or Help and use the Networking troubleshooter Open the hardware Device Manager click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System If the network interface is disabled try to enable it If it has a conflict try disabling another device If you can t browse the Network Neighborhood or My Network Places Click Start Search Computers or People to look for a computer If you can t log in to Netware servers If a Netware server is using IPX SPX protocol you may need to force your frame type to match the server s frame type Check with your network administrator Reference Guide 103 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If a network connection responds slowly e If your network connection uses a proxy server try enabling the option for bypassing the proxy server for local addresses You can do this in Control Panel under your network connection properties Memory Problems If a message says you are out of memory e Make sure drive C is not running low on free space e 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 and Support or Help e Third party memory cards ha
102. ms Hewlett Packard HP Desktop Zoom 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 on page 82 34 Reference Guide Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To adjust the volume To increase or decrease the volume e Press Fn PageUp or Fn PageDown e Press the back or front half of the volume control on the left side of the computer certain models e Click the speaker icon in the taskbar if not present see Windows Help and drag the volume control bar up or down To mute the audio You can mute the audio output without changing the volume setting This feature is handy when you want to block all speaker output regardless of what your computer is doing e Press Fn Backspace e Press the audio mute button on the left side of the computer certain models The button lights when audio is muted e Click the speaker icon in the taskbar if not present see Windows Help and click Mute To change computer settings for a presentation When you show a presentation to an audience you ll often want to adjust some of your video and power settings for the show You can easily do this with HP Presentation Ready an application that automatically adjusts your computer for slide shows and similar presentations and also opens the presentation itself Once the presentation is through HP Presentation Ready automatically return
103. na ENESE 63 Making Wireless Network Connections ss 64 To prepare for connections seis ia us n i a i iee iia mentir 64 To turn wireless communication on and off 66 Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections 00 0 0 cece eeceeeceeceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeseeeens 68 To turn Bluetooth communication on and off 68 To prepare for Bluetooth connections 70 To send or receive files using Bluetooth 71 To connect to a Bluetooth printer or serial device eee eeeeeeseceeeeesteceeeecnteeeneeees 72 To make a dial up connection via a Bluetooth phone 73 EIST TE 75 Connecting PC Cards degt sans ie hits den te 76 To insert or remove a PC Card 76 8 Reference Guide Connecting External Devieeg nosiai otak ea Ea Ea a eE aaien 78 To identify connectors for external devieeg 78 To connect a printer or other parallel device 80 To connect an external keyboard or mouse 80 To connecta USB device NEEEEEEEEEEEEEENEEE ceustvossevseesesssseusseanecs 80 To connect an audio device siens 81 To use an external MOnitor ssciccsssesssssesdessesssossoussesssssnssspsonanvendvsovscosesusstencdesass 82 Focused LV set aS a MONITOr 2 5 errapia tr ne ns AER 83 To connect an IEEE 1394 dewiee iscissi eeter rirpecorieosss sisisi tsotssiesoes eases etisi 85 To connect a serial device ss 85 To connect an infrared device esesesseeeseseieseesesesrsesetessrsesterreretsssreressrseserereree 85 To use a port replicator ss 87
104. nds FCLASS 8 Select voice mode VDR a b Set report ring cadence and timing of RING event code a 0 disables ring cadence reporting a 1 enables b sets report content 0 DROF and DRON messages only VDT a b Set report control tone cadence a 0 disables ring cadence reporting a 1 enables b 0 reports CPOF and CPON messages only VDX a Select speakerphone half duplex a 0 or full duplex a 1 VGM n Set microphone gain of speakerphone function 0 to 255 VGR n Set gain for received voice samples 0 to 255 VGS n Set speaker gain of speakerphone function 0 to 255 VGT n Set volume 120 to 135 VIP Initialize all voice parameters to defaults VIT n Set initial value for DTE modem inactivity timer 0 to 255 seconds VLS n Select sources destinations for analog data VNH n Set automatic hangups O enable 1 disable 2 disable automatic hangups in non voice modes VPR n Set DTE modem interface rate 0 autobaud VRA n Set delay between ringbacks before modem assumes remote station is off hook 0 to 255 x 0 1 sec VRN n Set delay between ringbacks before modem assumes remote station is off hook 0 to 60 sec VRXn Start voice reception D Start without periodic tone production 1 start with periodic tone production VSD a b Set silence detection sensitivity and required period of silence before modem reports silence at end of voice receive VSM a b c d Set voice and silence compression methods and voice sampling rate VSP a Disable
105. necting 22 plug requirements 145 pointing devices configuring 29 using 29 port locations 15 port replicator connecting 87 troubleshooting 109 power connecting AC 21 processor speed 49 saving 52 troubleshooting 109 power button location 14 resetting with 27 power cords 145 power management automated 48 schemes 49 PowerNow 49 Powerplay 53 preparing hard disk drive 93 Presentation Ready 35 presentations preparing 35 showing 36 printing compatible printers 80 infrared printers 86 parallel connection 80 troubleshooting 111 processor speed managing 49 protection files 41 hard drive lock 41 Kensington lock 40 88 Norton AntiVirus 41 PS 2 port location 14 Q Quick Lock 39 R RAM adding 89 location 16 PC2100 DDR 266 89 104 removing 90 rebooting boot device 121 temporary boot device 27 receiving faxes 62 recovering original software 122 Recovery CD or DVD diagnostics 117 replacing 123 using 122 region code 38 registering computer 24 regulatory information 149 removing CD 37 DVD 37 hard disk drive 91 hard drive holder 92 PC Card 77 RAM 90 repair service obtaining 128 shipment 129 reset button 27 resetting 27 Reference Guide 159 resolution external monitor 82 S safety battery use 146 infrared port 147 laser 147 power cords 145 wireless communication 66 68 saving battery power 52 screen area adjusting 34 scroll pad l
106. ng 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 Avoid bumps or jolts Do not operate the computer while traveling over bumpy terrain Suspend or shut down the computer before transporting it This turns off the hard drive A drop of a few inches onto a rigid surface while the hard drive is operating could destroy data or damage the drive Carry the computer in a padded case to protect against bumps and jolts Set down the computer gently To maintain your computer 44 Provide adequate ventilation around the computer Always set the computer on a flat surface so that air can flow freely around and underneath it Always shut down the computer or put it in Hibernate mode before putting it in a carrying case or other enclosed space Do not pick up or carry the computer by its display Observe the temperature limits and other specifications listed in Hardware Specifications on page 134 Do not use the computer outside in the rain or snow inclement weather If the computer is cold warm it gradually to avoid condensation Maintain your battery for best performance see To get the most from your batteries on page 52 Reference Guide Bas
107. ning 0 OK 1 CONNECT 2 RING 3 NO CARRIER 4 ERROR 5 CONNECT 1200 6 NO DIAL TONE 7 BUSY 8 NO ANSWER 24 DELAYED 32 BLACKLISTED 33 FAX 35 DATA 83 LINE IN USE 144 Reference Guide Reference Information Safety Information Safety Information Power Cords The power cord supplied with the computer s AC adapter should match the plug and voltage requirements for your local area Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area However if you travel to a different area or need to connect to a different outlet or voltage you should use one of the power cords listed below 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 Country or Region or Region Rated Voltage and Current HP Part Number Canada 125 Vac 3 A 8120 6313 Mexico Philippines Taiwan United States Egypt Saudi Arabia Hong Kong 250 Vac 2 5 A 8120 8699 Singapore United Kingdom Australia 250 Vac 2 5 A 8120 6312 New Zealand Japan 125 Vac 8120 6316 3A EE Reference Guide 145 WARNING Note Reference Information Safety Information Ergonomics Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury For
108. nnection you ll be prompted for information about your connection 2 Click the Connect button in the Dial up Connection or Network Connections window To display an icon for your connection open Network Connections in Control Panel right click the connection select Properties and select the icon option 58 Reference Guide 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 e Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Network Connections and then right click the connection and select Disconnect or Double click the connect icon in the taskbar and click Disconnect You can enable this icon as described in To connect to the Internet above To dial in to a network You can use the modem to dial in to a LAN local area network that supports dial in connections This gives you access to network resources from a remote location e See Windows Help for information about setting up and using dial in network connections click Start Help and Support Reference Guide 59 Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To change your modem settings The modem is already set up to be compatible with telephone systems and modems in most areas However in some situations you may have to change modem settings
109. nnection near water for example near a bathtub sink swimming pool or in a wet basement e Avoid using a telephone connection other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning e Do not use a telephone connection to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak e Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions HP Software Product License Agreement Your HP product contains software programs CAREFULLY READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT BEFORE PROCEEDING TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT RIGHTS IN THE SOFTWARE ARE OFFEREDONLY ON THE CONDITION THAT THE CUSTOMER AGREES TO ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE LICENSE AGREEMENT PROCEEDING TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THE LICENSE AGREEMENT YOU MUST NOW EITHER REMOVE THE SOFTWARE FROM YOUR HARD DISK DRIVE AND DESTROY THE MASTER DISKETTES OR RETURN THE COMPLETE HP PRODUCT AND SOFTWARE FOR A FULL REFUND PROCEEDING WITH CONFIGURATION SIGNIFIES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE LICENSE TERMS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED BELOW THIS HP SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT SHALL GOVERN THE USE OF ALL SOFTWARE THAT IS PROVIDED TO YOU AS PART OF THE HP PRODUCT AND SHALL SUPERSEDE ANY OTHER SOFTWARE WARRANTY STATEMENT THAT MAY BE INCLUDED IN THI
110. ns 5 Warranty does not apply to defects resulting from a improper or inadequate maintenance or calibration b software interfacing parts or supplies not supplied by HP c unauthorized modification or misuse d operation outside of the published environmental specifications for the product or e improper site preparation or maintenance 6 TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND NO OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND HP SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY SATISFACTORY QUALITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Some countries states or provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied warranty so the above limitation or exclusion might not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you might also have other rights that vary from country to country state to state or province to province 130 Reference Guide 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 BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA OR OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE Some countries states or provinces do not al
111. ocation 14 secondary display 83 security hard drive lock 41 Kensington lock 15 40 88 Norton AntiVirus 41 Security menu BIOS 120 selecting items 29 sending faxes 62 serial connections Bluetooth 72 serial port connecting 85 location 15 troubleshooting 112 setting up 19 shut down 50 software pre installed 12 specifications hardware 134 SpeedStep Technology 49 Standby mode and display life 45 definition 26 status lights 17 timeout 26 startup troubleshooting 113 static electricity 89 90 status lights battery charge 51 keyboard 14 18 location 14 meanings 17 Support Ticket 116 suspending and display life 45 resuming and 114 saving power 53 troubleshooting 114 S video port location 15 system standby 50 T taskbar HP Presentation Ready 35 PC Card 77 technology code 134 temperature limits 136 overheating 101 timeouts computer 49 touch pad configuring 29 location 14 troubleshooting 102 using 29 troubleshooting audio 96 battery 109 display 99 DVD drive 97 hard disk drive 100 HP Instant Support 96 infrared communications 101 keyboard 102 LAN 103 memory 104 modem 104 PC Card 107 pointing devices 102 port replicator 109 power 109 printing 111 resuming 114 serial parallel USB 112 startup 113 suspending 114 wireless communication 114 turning on computer 23 TV Now 84 typing special characters 33 160 Reference Guide U URLs
112. occurs immediately and buffered transmit data is discarded b 0 disconnect occurs immediately and buffered receive data is discarded c 0 modem does not attempt to deliver buffered data and discards data FAX Class 1 FAE n Data fax auto answer O disable default 1 enable FAR n 0 disable adaptive reception default 1 enable FCL n Set loss of carrier delay in units of 100 ms n 0 to 255 FCLASS n Set active service class 0 data mode default 1 Fax Class 1 1 0 Fax Class 1 0 mode 8 voice mode FIT n a Set DTE inactivity timeout n seconds after which modem goes on hook a 0 or DCE goes on hook a 1 FLO a Set flow control type 0 XON XOFF and RTS CTS flow control turned off 1 XON XOFF flow control in either direction 2 RTS for flow control of modem by DTE and CTS for flow control of DTE by modem 142 Reference Guide Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function Conexant FMI Report modem manufacturer FMM Report modem model FMR Report modem version revision or date FPR n Set DTE modem interface rate in bits sec 0 automatic detection default FRH n Receive data with HDLC framing FRM n Receive data FRS n Receive silence nx10 ms FTH n Transmit data with HDLC framing FTM n Transmit data FTS n Stop transmission and wait nx10 ms Voice Comma
113. odel and serial number e Your computer s operating system e Any messages displayed when the problem occurred e Were there any changes to the computer software related hardware or accessories before this occurred Can the problem be re created Reference Guide 127 Note Note HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer To receive repair service If the HP notebook product is not normally sold by HP in the country of use it must be returned for service to a country in which it is sold and supported HP Pavilion notebooks have regional support and service in selected countries Currently HP Pavilion notebook PCs are supported only in the country in which they are purchased and marketed If you are outside the country of purchase you must cover the cost of shipping your notebook to the appropriate HP authorized repair site If you are uncertain about the support available for your notebook please contact HP Customer Care see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 If your computer is under warranty To receive warranty repair service contact an HP authorized reseller or contact the HP Customer Care Center see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 The support technician will help qualify your unit for warranty repair based on the warranty applicable to your unit and original purchase date and will provide you with repair processes Warranty service may include the cost o
114. odem controller Conexant Smart AMC CX20468 21 CardBus controller TI PC 1520 Keyboard embedded controller National PC87570 Super I O integrated in core logic IEEE 1394 TI TSB43AB22 LAN National NS83815 802 11b wireless LAN Ambit with Intersil Prism 2 5 chipset Bluetooth Ambit with muRata CSR BlueCore2 Reference Guide 137 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 See To change your modem settings on page 60 Note You should have a good understanding of modems and how they operate before you change default settings This section contains summary information about AT commands S registers and selected result codes for the built in modem Modem Reference Conexant All listed AT commands must be preceded by the characters AT except for the command A The commands can be entered in upper or lower case Many commands can be used as queries by entering as the argument AT Commands Conexant Command Function Conexant A Go off hook and attempt to answer a call A Re execute command not preceded by AT Dn Dial modifier 0 9 A D DTMF
115. oggles the built in keypad on and off Does not affect an external keyboard If Num Lock is on then the numeric functions are active otherwise cursor control is active as marked on an external keyboard Enters Hibernate mode Toggles Scroll Lock on and off Increases the audio volume and cancels the mute setting Decreases the audio volume Mutes the audio output 30 Reference Guide Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To use the One Touch buttons Your computer includes five One Touch buttons that can start any application or open a document or Web site with a single press e Press the One Touch button to open the corresponding application document or Web site Your computer is preconfigured to access the following services 1 Microsoft Outlook Express e mail software HP TV Now see To use a TV set as a monitor on page 83 Microsoft Internet Explorer HP Quick Lock see To lock your computer on page 39 SUR ND Microsoft Media Player _or Online notebook information To reprogram a One Touch button 1 Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP One Touch HP One Touch Configuration 2 On the One Touch tab click the button you want to reprogram Reference Guide 31 This key combination Windows key E Windows key F1 Windows key F Windows key M Shift Windows key M Windows key R Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Type a label for the button and then sele
116. om total installed Depends on memory RAM Not listed if video memory is separate from installed installed memory memory For a Pentium processor with a serial number makes the Disabled serial number available to software Displays the serial number as shown on the back of the unit Detected automatically Displays the PC ID String stored in the reserved part of RAM Displays an identifier used for repair service Detected automatically Displays the value of the 16 byte UUID Universally Unique Detected ID as 32 hex characters automatically Displays the MAC network address of the internal wired Detected LAN if present automatically Reference Guide 119 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer System Devices Menu Video Display Device Sets whether the built in display automatically switches to an Auto external display if one is detected External Pointing Disables the internal pointing devices when an external Auto Device pointing device is connected Legacy USB Support Enables BIOS support for USB mouse keyboard and floppy Enabled disk drive during startup Wake On LAN from Lets the computer be turned on via the LAN port If this Disabled Power Off option is enabled the computer uses increased power while it is shut down Security Menu REC oon Administrator Password Shows if an administrator password is set is Set User Password Press ENTER to set change or clear the user pas
117. omponents select Fax Services and follow the instructions on the screen If prompted for the Windows CD point instead to the c i386 directory To start Fax Console e Click Start All Programs Accessories Communications Fax Fax Console The first time you start Fax Console the Fax Configuration Wizard steps you through the process of setting options and customizing the program for your personal use Follow the onscreen instructions If you re not sure which setting to choose accept the default choice To send a fax e Click Start All Programs Accessories Communications Fax Send a Fax and then follow the instructions that appear on the screen If instead you want to send a document as a fax open the document in its application window and then open the Print dialog box Change the selected printer to Fax and then print it To receive faxes Faxes are automatically received when Fax Console is running in an open or minimized window New faxes are indicated in the status box in the Fax Console window To receive a fax manually e When a fax call is coming in click Receive now on the Fax Console menu bar To view and print a fax 1 In the Fax Console tree click Inbox and then double click the fax you want to view 2 Click the printer icon to print the fax 62 Reference Guide Modem and Network Connections Connecting to a LAN Connecting to a LAN If your model has a LAN port you can connect to local area n
118. or the information related to your problem Click Start Help and Support Fixing a Problem and use the Windows troubleshooters See the Microsoft Windows manual shipped with the computer See the HP Notes in the online HP Library for updated information Find technical tips and software updates for the computer at the HP Business Support Web site www hp com go bizsupport Test your computer by running the e Diagtools test program See Testing the Hardware on page 115 Contact your dealer or Hewlett Packard see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 Please have your computer with you when you call Audio Problems If no sound is audible 96 If your model has a volume control press the back end of it several times Click the speaker icon on the taskbar if present and make sure that Mute is not checked and the Volume Control slider is not set to the bottom Or if your model has an audio mute button press it so the indicator light goes off When you are operating your computer in MS DOS mode for example when running MS DOS games you may find that the sound does not operate properly Use Windows applications for full use of sound capabilities Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If sound does not record Try plugging in an external microphone Your model may not have a built in microphone Check the software controls for recording sound click S
119. ors and other settings and the refresh rate is the same for as the internal display 60 Hz If you use only the external monitor you can select different settings that aren t limited by the internal display Adjusting monitor resolution and other settings 1 Click Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display 2 On the Settings tab adjust the Screen area Other settings are also available For high resolution external monitors see Hardware Specifications on page 134 for the maximum supported resolutions colors and refresh rates The capabilities of external 82 Reference Guide Add On Devices Connecting External Devices monitors vary greatly and the display quality of your monitor may not be optimal at higher settings If you need to increase the refresh rate on the external monitor you can switch to only the external monitor An alternative is to make one display a secondary display so you can select independent refresh rates 1 Click Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display 2 On the Settings tab click the Advanced button and then the Displays or Monitor tab Set the refresh rate on the Monitor tab Using dual display mode You can extend your desktop by connecting an external monitor to your computer 1 Click Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display 2 Click the Settings tab 3 Click the second display and then select the option to extend the desktop You can set di
120. our 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 Make sure the telephone line is an analog line sometimes called a data line You must not use a digital line 2 Connect the telephone cord into a telephone jack If the plug on the phone cord doesn t fit the jack you may need to use an adapter 3 Plug the other end of the phone cord into the built in modem For details about using the modem see Using the Modem on page 56 22 Reference Guide Hint Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 4 Turn on the computer e Press the power button above the left side of the keyboard The computer then boots up and Windows starts automatically If your computer does not turn on when operating on battery power the battery may be out of power Plug in the AC adapter and press the power button again Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at least an hour or 2 3 hours to charge it fully Step 5 Set up Windows Your notebook computer has Microsoft Windows preinstalled on its hard disk drive The first time you turn on your computer the Windows Setup program runs automatically so you can customize your setup 1 Follow the Setup program s instructions as they appear on the screen If the program prompts you to enter the Product ID code
121. over the item and click the right button e To drag an item move the pointer over the item Then press and hold the left button while you move the pointer to the new location and release the button 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 and 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 touch pad and external mouse you can change the left right and scroll pad actions double click speed pointer speed and more Scrolling with the scroll pad e Move your finger down the scroll pad to scroll down through the contents of a window Move your finger up the scroll pad to scroll up Reference Guide 29 This hot key Fn F1 Fn F2 Fn F5 Fn F8 Fn F12 Fn NumLock Fn Page Up Fn Page Down Fn Backspace 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 and then release both keys Does this Decreases the display brightness Increases the display brightness Toggles among the built in display an external display and simultaneous display on both T
122. place to place within the network from your office to a conference room for example and remain on the network the entire time To prepare for connections Before you can connect your computer to a particular 802 11 wireless network you have to configure the computer for the specific wireless connection Connecting to an Existing Wireless Network You can connect to an access point that gives you access to a local area network or you can connect directly to other computers in an adhoc network 1 Right click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar and then select View Available Wireless Networks from the pop up menu 2 A list of available networks appears Select the network you want enter the encryption key if required and click Connect If the network you want is not on the list click Advanced Configure and enter the required network parameters If the network is not using 802 1x authentication protocol clear the automatic key option 3 On the General tab edit network settings as needed for your local network See your network administrator You can also display an icon in the taskbar when connected to a network 4 On the Wireless Networks tab view the wireless networks available within range Each network SSID is listed Click the network you want and click Configure 5 If the wireless network uses standard encrypted communication uncheck the automatic key option and then select the following par
123. ppear at the top and bottom of the screen To view the standard format flip the disc over and play the other side If a DVD doesn t play with two displays e If you re using the Extended Desktop dual displays move the player window to the display selected as primary If you re not using Extended Desktop and both displays are active press Fn F5 to switch to one display If the computer can t find Wordpad exe after inserting a CD e The system is trying to open a doc file in WordPad but cannot find the Wordpad exe program file Type C Program Files Accessories in the error message box 98 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Display Problems If the computer is on but the screen is blank e Move the mouse or tap the touch pad This will wake the display if it is in Display off mode e Press Fn F5 in case the internal display was disabled Do this three times to return to the state you started from e If the computer is cold allow it to warm up If the screen is difficult to read e Try setting the display resolution to its default setting of 1024768 or higher depending on your model click Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display e Try adjusting the size of the desktop icons and labels see To adjust the display on page 34 If an external display does not work e Check the connections e Press Fn F5 in case the external monitor was disabled Do
124. r again If you dial before the hour is up you will get a message that says black list e When using a modem in the Republic of South Africa an external surge protector may be necessary in order to prevent computer damage by lightning or other electrical surges Connect any approved surge protector to the modem cable whenever you are using the modem To connect to the Internet 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 1 Connect your built in modem see the previous topic If your computer does not have a built in modem you can instead use a PC Card modem or an external modem 2 If available double click the Connect to the Internet or Easy Internet Signup icon on the desktop This launches the Internet Connection or New Connection wizard which helps you locate an ISP in your area transfer an existing Internet account to this computer or set up an Internet connection manually or If available click Start All Programs Online Services or click Start All Programs Easy Internet Signup and select one of the listed ISPs This begins the registration process for the ISP you choose Connecting to the Internet 1 Double click the Internet Explorer icon on the desktop For your first co
125. r from the end of the drive Work alternately at each end so that the connector slides off evenly without bending the connector pins Carefully put the pin connector attachment back onto the pins on the end of the new hard drive Work alternately at each end so that the connector slides on evenly without bending the connector pins Insert the drive into the holder Reinstall the screws into the holder and drive case Reference Guide 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 e 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 or DVD that also came with your computer See To recover the factory installation of your hard disk on page 122 Reference Guide 93 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reference Guide 95 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Troubleshooting Your Computer This section contains solutions to a many types of problems you might have with your computer Try the solutions one at a time in the order in which they are presented Here are some other sources of information for troubleshooting Open the HP Web based troubleshooting tool click Start All Programs HP Instant Support Search or browse the troubleshooting database f
126. r 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 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This computer generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this computer does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by removing the unit s batteries and AC adapter try the following e Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna e Relocating the computer with respect to the receiver e Connecting the computer s AC adapter to another power outlet Connections to Peripheral Devices To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations use properly shielded cables with this device For more information consult your dealer an experienced radio television technician or the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington DC 20402 Stock
127. r stops responding e Press CTRL ALT DEL and use Task Manager to end the application that is not responding e Press the power button for at least 4 seconds to turn off and reset the computer Then press the power button again to turn the computer back on e If nothing happens insert the tip of a ballpoint pen into the reset button on the bottom of the computer Then press the power button to turn the computer back on 108 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Port Replicator Problems If a connection isn t working e Check that AC power is connected to the port replicator that the computer is fully docked and that the port replicator lights are on e Make sure the peripheral device has power connected and is turned on e Make sure the device s cable is connected properly e The LAN port works only if the computer has a built in LAN port e Try using the corresponding port on the computer while undocked e Make sure the computer is fully inserted into the port replicator If the operating system hangs when you dock or undock e Your system may hang if you dock or undock your computer while you are suspending or resuming Make sure your computer has completely suspended or resumed before you dock or undock it Also when you dock or undock do not undock or dock immediately wait a few moments while the computer updates its configuration Power and Battery Problems If the comput
128. ransmits HDLC flags on idle default and fixed c 0 specifies in framed sub mode modem transmits abort on underrun in middle of frame default c 1 specifies in framed sub mode modem transmits flag on underrun in middle of frame notifies DTE d not to be commanded e 0 specifies CRC generation and checking disabled default and fixed f 0 specifies NZRI encoding and decoding disabled default and fixed g 255 sets the octet value used in character oriented framing h not to be commanded GCAP Transmit text listing commands that provide additional modem capabilities GCl n Set country of installation using 8 bit country code from Annex A of T 35 GMI Report modem manufacturer GMM Report modem model GMR Report modem version revision or date GOl Transmit text identifying the device GSN Report modem model serial number IFC n m Set operation of local flow control between DTE and modem n method DTE uses to control data flow from modem 0 none 1 XON XOFF on transmitted data 2 Circuit 133 Ready for Receiving default m method modem uses to control data flow from DTE 0 none 1 XON XOFF on received data 2 CTS RTS default ILRR n Report local port rate O disable 1 enable IPR n Set data rate at which the modem accepts commands when connected 0 allows operation only at rates automatically detectable by modem 2400 4800 9600 19200 38400 57
129. s 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 e Internet Explorer for browsing the World Wide Web e Outlook Express for sending and receiving e mail messages e Windows XP Fax Console software for sending and receiving faxes The modem is a high speed 56 Kbps modem For best performance you can connect to any Internet Service Provider ISP or modem network that has V 90 or V 92 interoperable modems Check with your ISP for a list of telephone numbers that support V 90 or V 92 The maximum speed for faxing is 14 4 Kbps Even though the modem is capable of downloading at 56 Kbps your ISP or modem network may not operate at this speed or support this technology Please check with your service provider for information on its capabilities Furthermore download transmission rates depend on the condition of the telephone line 56 Reference Guide CAUTION CAUTION Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To connect the modem 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 somet
130. s enabled Make sure only one application is using the infrared port Remove any PC Cards from the computer An infrared IRQ conflict is possible if two PC Cards are present at the same time Reference Guide 101 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems Use these suggestions for built in or external devices If the pointer is difficult to control e Adjust the pointer controls click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse If the touch pad doesn t work e Press the touch pad on off button so the light turns on e Don t touch the touch pad while the computer is rebooting or resuming from Standby mode If this happens try the following press a key on the keyboard to restore normal operation or suspend and resume operation using the power button e If an external mouse is connected the built in pointing devices are normally disabled You can change this setting with the BIOS Setup utility see To run the BIOS Setup utility on page 118 e Restart the computer click Start Turn Off Computer Restart If the touch pad moves the pointer or cursor while you type e Press the touch pad on off button to turn off the touch pad while you type If a PS 2 scroll mouse doesn t work e The touch pad must be disabled for the mouse s scroll feature to work In the BIOS Setup utility make sure the External Pointing Devices option in the System Devic
131. s required Registration to IBPT BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m An IBPT BIPT license is required for public usage outside building For registration and license please contact IBPT BIPT France Restricted frequency band only channels 10 through 13 2457 MHz through 2472 MHz respectively may be used in France License required for every installation indoor and outdoor installations Please contact ART for the procedure to follow Use with outdoor installations not allowed Germany License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Netherlands License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Italy Indoor or outdoor use in a public area requires a user license Reference Guide 151 Reference Information Regulatory Information Die Ger te wurden gem Ratsentscheidung 98 482 EC f r den Anschluss an eine einzelne Telefonbuchse im europ ischen Raum Public Switched Telephone Network und drahtlose Funknetzwerke zertifiziert In Anbetracht der Unterschiede zwischen den einzelnen Telefonnetzen bietet die Zertifizierung f r sich genommen keine absolute Sicherheit dass die Ger te bei Anschluss an jeder beliebigen Telefonbuchse funktionieren Sollten Probleme auftreten wenden Sie sich zun chst an den Ger tehersteller Diese Ger te wurden zum Betrieb in allen L ndern der europ ischen Wirtsc
132. s your computer to its normal settings To prepare for the presentation 1 Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard HP Presentation Ready Configure Click the HP Presentation Ready icon in the taskbar if present and then click Configure Reference Guide 35 Basic Operation Operating Your Computer 2 Select the presentation you want to show If you don t select one you can choose one when you start the show 3 If you want to change the video or power settings for the show click Settings To show the presentation e Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard HP Presentation Ready Start Presentation or Click the HP Presentation Ready icon in the taskbar if present and then click Start Presentation To adjust settings during the presentation click the taskbar icon and choose Configure To end the presentation and restore the computer s normal settings close the presentation application or click the taskbar icon and choose Stop Presentation 36 Reference Guide Basic Operation Using CDs or DVDs Using CDs or DVDs CAUTION To insert or remove a CD or DVD Do not remove a CD or DVD while the computer is reading it Otherwise the computer could stop responding and you could lose data Be sure to press the CD or DVD onto the spindle You can damage the disk or drive if you just lay it on the tray 1 Press the button on the face of the CD ROM or DVD drive If you are using this drive for th
133. sor control is active as marked on an external keyboard 18 Reference Guide Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer WARNING 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 For a summary about working with a notebook computer see Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC on page 42 If you are using your notebook computer as your primary computer or using it for extended periods you should use it with a full size keyboard monitor and mouse HP docking accessories offer quick easy connections to these devices This can reduce the risk of ergonomic injury See Working in Comfort in the online HP Library When you set up your computer for the first time you ll install and charge the battery connect the AC adapter turn on the computer and run the Windows setup program Step 1 Install the battery Do not mutilate or puncture batteries Do not dispose of batteries in fire or they can burst or explode releasing hazardous chemicals Rechargeable batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly Your computer is shipped with the battery installed If the battery has been removed you should install it 1 Turn the computer upside down 2 Insert the connector end of th
134. stalling and Updating Software ss 122 To recover the factory installation of your hard disk 122 To replace a damaged Recovery CD or DVD 123 Reference Guide 9 Toupdate the BIOS eegene in tte tetes nie test EESE 123 To update Windows divers n aia arah Ear A EEEE E E ES EE S Ea T Ea EE NR 124 HP Support and Service ccscccsccssscsssccscsccccsccsscsssesscsssssscssssssesssessssssssescssssssssees 125 Getting Assistance for Your Computer 126 Toget h lp from the Web eseu Eee aE E TEE 126 To contact HP for support or Service s esessssieseseseeiesetsrerrersesressereererssrsrereresene 126 To receive repait SELVICE sung eiii arepat EAEE E Eae e a SEERE EREE RoS 128 To prepare your computer for shipment 129 Hewlett Packard Limited Warranty Statement 130 Reference Information sssssssssnnnnnnnnnnsnses 133 Hardware Specifications ss 134 Modem Reference Information 138 Modem Reference Conexant ss 138 Safety Informatio Est ns Sie wh sehen AURAS Ee 145 Power Cords saintes eee New ohh ent AB hui 145 Bronge ee in Baty nn died Sain hte ARI Eden 146 Battery Safety Enr sinha DEENEN a hid tied 146 Laser Safety sci ntm Mi hed a led A igi AA Ma RER ANR 147 LED Safety E 147 Mercury Safety xccc octane aie lav dei eine Re baba ae 148 Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation 148 Regulatory Information 2e didier tied KELAA tee 149 US cA ts ever tie tives Sith tee hee Slee oad AIA ae eae a
135. sword Enter The password can have no more than 8 characters 0 9 A Z and cannot include special or accented characters Set Administrator Press ENTER to set change or clear the administrator Enter Password password which protects BIOS Setup settings The password can have no more than 8 characters 0 9 A Z and cannot include special or accented characters Require Password on Sets whether a user password is required when the Disabled Boot computer boots Requires the administrator password for changes Internal hard disk drive Only if the Boot password option is enabled encodes the Disabled lock current user password or administrator password if that is the only password set on the hard disk drive 120 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Boot Menu gn Beste L Cd Hard Disk Shows the order of boot devices Move the 1 Hard Disk Removable Device entries to change the order Built in LAN provides 2 Removable CD ROM DVD diskless boot from a network server Device Built in LAN 3 CD ROM DVD 4 Built in LAN Exit Menu gn Besoin eut i Save Changes and Exit Saves Setup changes and then exits and reboots Discard Changes and Exit Discards any Setup changes made since last save and then exits and reboots Does not affect password date or time changes Get Default Values Restores default settings and remains in Setup Does not affect password date or time c
136. t Press Fn F12 allow timeout Click Start Turn Off Computer Turn Off press the power button for 4 seconds only if the Start menu procedure doesn t work To turn on Press the power button to restart or to resume your session from Standby or Hibernate mode You can also customize the way these power modes work See How the computer manages power automatically on page 48 26 Reference Guide 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 e If possible shut down Windows press CTRL ALT DEL and then click Shut Down Restart or if this fails e Press the power button for 4 seconds until the display shuts down and then press the power button again to restart or if this fails e Insert the tip of a ballpoint pen into the reset button on the bottom of the computer and then press the power button to restart To reset the computer while it s docked in a port replicator you can press the reset button on the left side of the port replicator 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 a CD ROM drive or an internal network interface card 1 Click Start Turn Off Computer Restart 2 When the HP logo
137. t active in BIOS Setup so you will need to use the keyboard to navigate e Press the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to move among menus e Press the UP and DOWN arrow keys to move among parameters in a menu e Press or to move through values for the current parameter or press ENTER to change a setting After you select the options you want press F10 or use the Exit menu to exit BIOS Setup If the settings cause a conflict between devices during reboot the system prompts you to run BIOS Setup and marks the conflicting settings The following tables describe BIOS settings for the BIOS version at publication If your BIOS is a different version some settings may differ from those shown 118 Reference Guide Setting BIOS Revision System Time System Date Language Internal Hard Disk System Memory Video Memory CPU Serial Number Serial Number PC ID Service ID UUID MAC Address Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Main Menu Detected automatically Sets the time using 24 hour format Values set take effect immediately Sets the date using dd mm yy format except English which uses mm dd yy format Description Shows the current BIOS version Sets the hard disk drive type and various parameters Sets the language for BIOS Setup Detected automatically Detected automatically Shows the extended memory size Detected automatically Shows the video memory size allocated fr
138. t not use a digital line In a hotel ask for a data line 106 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the modem clicks repeatedly but doesn t connect e Make sure you re using an analog telephone line 2 3 or 4 wires You must not use a digital line In a hotel ask for a data line e Check all cables and connections PC Card PCMCIA Problems If the notebook doesn t recognize a PC Card e Remove and reinsert the PC Card e If your model has two PC Card slots and two eject buttons insert the PC Card in a different slot e Press the power button to suspend the computer and then press it again to resume e Restart the computer click Start Turn Off Computer Restart e Try the card in another computer to see whether the card functions properly e Zoomed Video is not supported e If the card requires an IRQ make sure one is available Open the hardware Device Manager click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System e Test the PC card with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 If an I O card stops communicating properly e The card may have been reset if the computer suspended or turned off Exit any applications and then remove and reinsert the card If a PC card modem is not working e Disable the internal modem 1 Open the hardware Device Manager click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System
139. t settings and level of use To get the most from your batteries Follow these suggestions to make your battery s power last as long as possible e Plug in the AC adapter especially when using a CD ROM or DVD drive or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem e Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level Fn F1 52 Reference Guide Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power Put the computer in Standby mode whenever you are not using it for a short while press the power button or click Start Turn Off Computer Standby Put the computer in Hibernate mode whenever you want to save your current session but will not be using the computer for a day or more press Fn F12 Set the automatic timeout settings to emphasize saving power If your computer has a multispeed processor use the lower speed on battery power the default settings conserve battery power see How the computer manages power automatically on page 48 If your computer has a wireless on off button turn off the wireless function when you re not using it Press the wireless on off button so the light turns off If your model has technology code KB shown on the serial number label check that the display is using the Powerplay option In Control Panel Display on the Settings tab click Advanced and then on the Powerplay tab check whether Powerplay is enabled This allows the computer to save power when it s not needed
140. tain models ZEN aS Audio mute button and audio mute light on certain models Reference Guide 81 Note Add On Devices Connecting External Devices If your model has a built in microphone and you plug a device into the external microphone port the built in microphone automatically turns off When you plug a device into the headphone port the built in speakers automatically turn off When you plug a device into either audio port on the computer any device connected to the corresponding port on the port replicator is ignored To use an external monitor Connecting an external monitor 1 Click Start Turn Off Computer Turn Off 2 Connect the monitor cable from the monitor to the monitor port on the back of the computer 3 Connect the monitor to a power source and turn it on 4 Press the power button to turn on the computer Switching the display to the external monitor e Press Fn F5 to cycle through the display options notebook display external monitor both Click Start All Programs Hewlett Packard Notebook HP Display Settings You can also add a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access e If you need to use both displays at once press Fn F5 repeatedly until the image shows on both displays With the default display settings the external monitor uses the same settings as the internal display The external monitor displays the same image as the internal display regardless of the screen area col
141. tart 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 Test the audio with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 If you hear a loud high pitched whine feedback from the speakers In the Volume Control try reducing the Master volume double click the speaker icon in the taskbar In Volume Control click Options Properties and select the microphone option for the playback settings Then in Volume Control make sure the microphone is muted If your model has a built in microphone avoid using it and the built in speakers at the same time CD ROM and DVD Problems If you can t boot from a CD or DVD in the CD DVD drive Make sure the CD or DVD is bootable such as the Recovery CD or DVD Make sure the CD ROM DVD drive is selected as the boot device see To change the boot device on page 27 Restart the computer click Start Turn Off Computer Restart Test the DVD drive with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 If a DVD plays erratically Dirt or smudges can cause a disc to skip Clean the disc with a soft cloth If the disc is badly scratched it will probably have to be replaced If you re playing the DVD on battery power try changing the power scheme See the hint under To play DVD movies on page 38
142. ter Turn Off savings The current session Or will not be saved and any press the power button only if unsaved data will be lost the Start menu procedure doesn t work You can also turn off the display by closing the lid 50 Reference Guide Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power Using Battery Power To check battery status From the battery status light You computer has a battery status light see Status Lights on page 17 From the Windows taskbar The Windows taskbar can display a power icon that provides detailed battery status information see Windows Help for details The icon looks like a battery when AC is not connected e Place the pointer over the power icon to display the remaining battery charge This value is shown as either a percentage of charge remaining or as time remaining e Double click the power icon to open the Battery Meter window From the Windows Control Panel e Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options and then click the Power Meter tab to see the battery status The Alarms and Advanced tabs provide additional Windows power information options On the battery 1 Remove the battery from the computer see Step 1 Install the battery on page 19 2 Press the contact pad on the side of the battery The number of lights that turn on indicates the remaining charge each light represents 20 of a full charge Reference Guide 51
143. ter again and reset the computer using the reset button If the computer won t boot from battery power Make sure the battery is properly inserted and fully charged Check the battery s charge by removing it and pressing the pad on the side of the battery The lights show the charge level If available try another battery Reference Guide 113 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the computer won t boot from the floppy disk drive e Make sure the floppy disk drive is selected as the boot device see To change the boot device on page 27 e If you re using a USB floppy drive use the BIOS Setup utility to make sure Legacy USB Support is enabled see To run the BIOS Setup utility on page 118 If the computer stops responding after booting e Check whether you are connected to a TCP IP network with no DHCP server This can cause a long delay at startup because DHCP is enabled Contact your network administrator to determine the proper TCP IP configuration If the computer takes a long time to resume after being suspended e The computer can routinely take a minute or more to resume if it has a network card installed While the operating system is loading drivers and checking hardware and network connections you will see a blinking cursor on your display As soon as the hardware has been re initialized the Windows desktop will appear Wireless Problems If you have problems with wir
144. ter and phone when prompted Some phones may require this step For others this keeps the phone on your list of Bluetooth devices for future use In the right half of the window double click Dial Up Networking When prompted type your user name password and phone number to dial then click Dial To close the dial up connection click the Bluetooth phone in the left side of the Windows Explorer window then in the right half of the window right click Dial Up Networking and select the option to disconnect Reference Guide 73 Add On Devices Reference Guide 75 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 II and IN PC Cards PCMCIA and CardBus If your model has two eject buttons you can insert two Type II cards or one Type III card If it has only one button you can insert one card of any type To insert or remove a PC Card Inserting a PC Card 1 Hold the PC Card with its face up and its connector holes toward the card slot 2 Slide the PC Card all the way into the slot Most cards are properly seated when the outer edge is flush with the casing of the computer but some cards are designed to protrude from the case 76 Reference Guide Add On Devices Connecting PC Cards Removing a PC Card CAUTION Before removing a PC Card you must use t
145. th 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 You can use your HP notebook computer virtually anywhere anytime The following recommendations should help you work more comfortably Note If you are using your portable computer as your primary computer or using it for extended periods you should use it with a full size keyboard monitor and mouse This will give your portable computer the adjustability and comfort features of a desktop unit HP docking accessories offer quick easy connections to these devices More information on how to prepare your workspace environment and set up your HP equipment is available in Working in Comfort which is preloaded on the hard disk in the HP Library and also available at www hp com ergo Your Mobile Work Environment e Use a chair that provides good support for your lower back If an adjustable chair is not available you can use a pillow or rolled up towel to provide lower back support e Try to keep your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet flat on the floor In a mobile environment you can do this by using a phone book or briefcase to support your feet e Adjust the height of either your work surface or chair to keep your
146. that may cause undesired operation The HP F1454 F1781 F4600 F4814 F4813 F5104 5950 4334 and 5950 4359 ac dc adapters used with this product are designed to operate on all power systems other than IT power systems Corvallis OR June 21 2002 H d R d SS Gef ees Jerry Enckson RAD Product Execution Manger European Contact for regulatory topics only Hewlett Packard GmbH HQ TRE Herrenberger Strasse 140 71034 Boeblingen Germany Fax 49 7031 143143 USA Contact Hewlett Packard Co Corporate Product Regulations Manager 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto CA 94304 U S A Phone 1 650 857 1501 Reference Guide 155 Index A AC adapter compatibility 21 87 connecting 21 AC adapter jack location 15 accessories buying 12 adding RAM 89 AdHoc wireless network setting up 65 adjusting brightness 30 34 display colors 34 screen area 34 volume 30 airplanes wireless communication in 66 68 ALT GR key 33 antistatic precautions 89 90 Applications key 32 AT commands 60 138 audio adjusting volume 35 96 connecting devices 81 muting 35 troubleshooting 96 volume 30 audio jacks 15 audio mute button 15 B battery best use of 53 checking status 51 conditioning 53 extending life of 53 installing 19 location 14 low power warning 52 operating time 52 110 release latch 16 safety 146 saving power 52 status lights 51 testing 53 troubleshooting 109 Ba
147. tional copyright notices This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Microsoft MS DOS and Windows are U S registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Pentium and the Intel Inside logo are U S registered trademarks and Celeron and SpeedStep are U S trademarks of Intel Corporation Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated Hewlett Packard Company HP Notebook Customer Care 1000 NE Circle Blvd MS 425E Corvallis OR 97330 2 Reference Guide CAUTION Important Safety Information 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 When using your computer with a telephone connection always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons e Do not use this product with a telephone co
148. to match local conditions If you have questions about local requirements contact your telephone company Control Panel Open Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel to change many modem settings On the Modems tab click Properties to set connection speeds or on the Dialing Rules tab click Edit to set dialing options Communications software Many communications applications provide options for controlling modem settings See the help for your software 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 on page 138 Open Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel On the Modems tab click Properties You can type AT commands on the Advanced tab in the space for extra settings For example to force a built in modem to turn off its speaker you can use the MO command as shown in table of AT commands type ATMO in the space for extra settings 60 Reference Guide Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To send and receive e mail Sending and receiving e mail requires an e mail account with an Internet Service Provider or with your company s communications system If you are using AOL e mail services are part of your AOL service For another ISP you can use
149. ttery Optimizer 53 BIOS password 39 updating 123 BIOS Setup utility Boot menu 121 Exit menu 121 external display settings 120 Main menu 119 Security menu 120 using 39 118 black list modem 58 blackout periods modem 58 Bluetooth business cards 70 71 configuring 70 dial up network connections 73 sending files 71 serial connections 72 troubleshooting 114 tuning on 68 turning off 69 wireless 68 boot device order 27 121 Boot menu BIOS 121 brightness adjusting 30 34 business cards 70 71 C Caps Lock 14 18 Cardbus cards 76 cards PCMCIA 76 CD ROM drive creating or copying CDs 38 inserting CD 37 location 14 removing CD 37 CDs creating or copying 38 recommended media 38 cleaning the computer 46 clicking items 29 COMI port 15 computer caring for 44 changing BIOS settings 39 118 cleaning 46 opening closing 14 protecting 44 101 reinstalling Windows 122 resetting 27 testing 116 timeouts 49 turning on 23 configuring BIOS settings 39 118 modem 60 touch pad 29 connecting audio devices 81 external monitor 82 IEEE 1394 devices 85 infrared device 85 LAN 63 modem 57 parallel device 80 port replicator 87 serial device 85 to Internet 24 58 USB device 80 wireless network 64 cursor pointer 29 Customer Care getting support 126 Web site 13 D data protecting 45 DDR 266 RAM 89 104 default BIOS settings 119 Des
150. ty only no effect returns result code amp Pn Set pulse dial pps with make break 0 10 pps with 39 61 make break default 1 10 pps with 33 67 make break 2 20 pps with 39 61 make break 3 20 pps with 33 67 make break amp Q5 Select asynchronous operation in error correction mode amp Qn n 0 3 6 Select asynchronous operation in normal mode speed buffering amp TO Terminate any test in progress amp T1 Initiate local analog loopback amp V Display current configuration and stored profiles TTn PTT testing of signal level OO O9 DTMF dial 0 9 0A DTMF OB DTMF OC DTMF A OD DTMF B 0E DTMF C OF DTMF D 10 V 21 Channel 1mark symbol 11 V 21 Channel 2mark symbol 12 V 23 Channel 1mark symbol 13 V 23 Channel 2mark symbol 14 Bell103 Channel 1mark symbol 15 Bell103 Channel 2mark symbol 20 V220rg 21 V22Ans 22 Bell2120rg 23 Bell212Ans 24 V22BisOrg 25 V22BisAns 26 V32 4800 27 V32 7200 28 V32 9600 29 V 32Bis 12000 2A V32Bis 14400 30 Silence 31 2100Hz MISC 33 1300Hz MISC 34 1100Hz MISC 40 Reserved 41 V27 2400 FAX 42 V27 4800 FAX 43 V29 7200 FAX 44 V29 9600 FAX 45 V17 7200LT FAX 46 V17 7200ST FAX 47 V17 9600LT FAX 48 V17 9600ST FAX 49 V17 12000LT FAX 4A V17 12000ST FAX 4B V17 14400LT FAX 4C V17 14400ST FAX 5abc a bit rate 0 2400 D 33600 b V 34 symbol rate 0 2400 5 3429 c pre emphasis filter 0 to A NO Select normal speed buffered mode N1 Select normal speed buffered mode N
151. urn on the computer 23 Step 5 Setup WindoWs ssuss ENEE s e orara Ea a E ESEE EE E EESE eTe 23 Step 6 Register your notebook ses 24 To connect tothe Int mmet isses eses saer tint s EES aE 24 Whatto do next EH 24 Basic Op ration ss senses soodesse rinses rirse serii 25 Operating Your Computer sise 26 To turn the computer on and off 26 To reset the compu ter issssiimninnian sminninmininnemanheainin 27 To change the boot device ss 27 Touse the touch padisin its unes dant a Shoes Qos Reh 28 To use the Fr hot keys ss 30 To use the One Touch buttons ss 31 To use the Windows and Applications keys A 32 To use the embedded keypad ss 33 To use the ALT GR Kevin A ah leis Si A el 33 To adj st the displays sistema ah oS As Sore th te 34 JO adjust th Volume sursaut annuel Aina EE g KERE EEE de 35 To change computer settings for a presentation 35 Using CDS or DV Deene SEENEN EENEG 37 To insert or remove a CD or DVD 37 To play DVD MOVIES rss han dd mien Assis ince EE td dete Aas 38 Torcreate or copy Che sea esses te annales ANER ee 38 Securing Your Computer ss cesses i erae rist e EES sundesavees Bey 39 To set up password protection ss 39 TOJ0Ck your computer sus sans munies eat Aa 39 To attach a Security cables man autramtaianitadlenashuus 40 Reference Guide 7 To Protect ASaiNSt An ET 41 To lock the hard disk drive 41 Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC 42 Taking Care of Your Computer ss sise 44
152. ve module 12 Reference Guide Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Taking Inventory e RAM modules for expanding memory e Battery e Port replicator 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 Online Reference The full Reference Guide is shipped on the Computers hard drive and provides a Guide complete source for operating and maintaining the computer Look in the online HP Library or on the Recovery CD or DVD in hp Library The HP Library is in the Help and Support Center Online HP Notes For late breaking information available after the manuals were completed see the HP Notes in the online HP Library or on the Recovery CD or DVD in hp Library Microsoft Windows This is shipped with your computer and contains information about using the version manual of Microsoft Windows shipped with your computer HP Notebook Web www hp com notebooks Site www europe hp com notebooks European mirror To select another language see www hp com HP Business www hp com go bizsupport Support Web Site Reference Guide 13 Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer
153. ve not been tested by HP for use with the computer e Test your computer s memory with the e Diagtools diagnostics See Testing the Hardware on page 115 If memory doesn t increase after adding RAM e Make sure your computer is using only PC2100 DDR 266 or higher memory RAM modules If the computer beeps but doesn t start after adding RAM e You installed an incompatible type of RAM Remove the module Modem Problems If the modem seems slow e Check for excess static or noise on a line reduces the overall transmission speed If necessary contact your telephone company about fixing this type of problem e If you re dialing internationally line noise is often a problem that s difficult or impossible to eliminate e If you have call waiting disable it your telephone company can provide instructions It can cause symptoms similar to static 104 Reference Guide Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Eliminate extra connections in the line If possible connect directly to the wall jack Try another telephone line preferably one normally used for a fax machine or modem 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
154. y Store the key in a safe place away from the computer 40 Reference Guide CAUTION Basic Operation Securing Your 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 Your computer comes equipped with Norton AntiVirus software You can get detailed instructions from the software s online Help To lock the hard disk drive The computer enables you to lock its internal hard disk drive to help keep your information secure Hard disk drive lock does not protect a second hard disk drive installed in the module bay When you enable hard disk drive lock the current BIOS user password or administrator password if that is the only password set is encoded on the hard disk drive If you move the hard disk drive to another computer you can t access the drive until you set the user or administrator password to match the drive s password After you match the drive s password you can change the computer and drive password If you forget the password you cannot recover your data 1 Click Start Turn Off Computer Restart When the HP logo appears press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility From the Security menu enable Password Required to Boot From the Security menu enable Internal hard disk drive lock St Be ID Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup Reference Guide 41 Basic Operation Working in Comfort wi
155. you will find this code on the bottom of the computer 2 If your computer has a modem check the modem s country or region settings click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Phone and Modem Options and then click Edit on the Dialing Rules tab Reference Guide 23 Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 6 Register your notebook Be sure to register your computer Registering is free and fast and ensures you will receive quicker more personalized support The information you provide during registration allows us to provide you with better products and services Registering your computer does the following e Records your ownership of the computer with Hewlett Packard and provides access to service support and information e Records your ownership of the Windows XP operating system with Microsoft If you decide not to register during Windows setup choose the option to print the registration form and then fax it to HP at the fax number on the form Or you can register by calling HP Customer Care see To contact HP for support or service on page 126 to find the phone number To connect to the Internet If you are connected to a wired or wireless LAN with Internet access or your computer has a modem built in PC Card or external you can connect to the Internet For details see Using the Modem on page 56 Connecting to a LAN on page 63 or Making Wireless Network

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