HP Hewlett Packard Laptop 335555 001 User Manual

Startup and Reference Guide

HP Notebook Series

Document Part Number: 335555-001

August 2003

Part 1: Startup

The Startup part of this guide explains how to set up your

notebook for the first time.

Part 2: Reference

The Reference part of this guide explains how to identify and use

the hardware and software features on your notebook.

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Part-1

Startup

This Startup and Reference Guide provides information about

setting up and using your notebook.

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To set up your notebook hardware and software for the first

time, follow the procedures in “Part 1: Startup”.

To learn more about using your notebook, refer to “Part 2:

Reference.” To find information about a specific topic:

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Refer to the contents list on the first page of each chapter,

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Refer to the Index.

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Setting Up the Hardware

To set up the notebook for the first time, you need the notebook,

the power cord 1, the AC adapter 2, and the battery pack 3.

Insert the battery pack into the notebook, so that the battery can

begin to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external

power. (Refer to the next section for details.)

Open the notebook, connect it to external power, and press the

power button to turn on the notebook.

Identifying the AC adapter, the power cord, and the battery pack

(Power cords vary by region and country.)

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Inserting a Battery Pack

To insert the battery pack into the battery bay:

1. Turn the notebook upside down on a flat surface.

2. Insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the

alignment slot on the notebook.

3. Tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place.

Inserting a battery pack

Ä^{CAUTION: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file}

corruption or damage to components, do not remove the battery pack

until the notebook has been connected to external power.

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Opening the Notebook

To open the notebook:

1. Place the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near an

electrical outlet.

2. Slide the display release latch 1, then lift the display 2.

Opening the notebook

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Connecting the Notebook to External Power

To connect the notebook to external power:

1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power connector 1.

2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2, then into an

electrical outlet 3.

As soon as the notebook is connected to external power, the

battery light turns on, and the battery pack begins to charge.

Connecting the notebook to external power

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Charging a New Battery Pack

The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the notebook is

connected to external power. Charge status is indicated by the

battery charge light.

The battery charge light is on while the battery pack is charging.

HP recommends that you leave the notebook connected to

external power until the battery pack is fully charged and the

battery charge light turns off.

A partially charged new battery pack can run the notebook, but

battery charge displays will not be accurate until the new battery

pack has been fully charged.

Identifying the battery light

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Turning On the Notebook

To turn on the notebook, press the power button. When the

notebook turns on, the power/standby button lights up, the

power/standby light turns on, and you are prompted to begin

software setup.

Turning on the notebook

If the Notebook Does Not Turn On

■

Make sure that the AC adapter is securely plugged into an

electrical outlet.

■

Make sure that the outlet is providing power. (To confirm that

the outlet is providing power, plug another device into the

outlet.)

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If you have installed a battery pack, make sure that the battery

pack is firmly seated.

Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included

with the notebook to contact an HP Customer Care Center.

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Setting Up the Software

Ä^{CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct drivers}

are installed, install software only when the notebook is connected to

external power through the AC adapter. During the installation:

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Do not unplug the notebook from external power.

Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby or Hibernation.

Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable,

or cord.

Installing Basic Software

When the notebook is connected to external power and turned on

for the first time, a prompt to set up the operating system and

other basic software is displayed on the screen.

Before responding to the prompt and proceeding through the

on-screen instructions, read the following carefully and follow

the installation instructions in this chapter.

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After beginning the software setup, you must complete the

entire process without interruption. Setup time varies.

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If you are prompted to select a language, choose carefully. On

some models, the languages that you do not choose are

deleted from the system and cannot be restored during the

installation.

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Regional settings and most other preferences can be selected

or changed later, after the operating system is installed.

When you are prompted to accept the End User License

Agreement, you must choose Accept to continue the

software setup.

During setup, it is normal for some notebook models to pause

occasionally for up to 2 minutes and to restart several times.

These pauses and restarts occur only during initial software setup.

They will not occur during routine Windows startups.

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Installing Optional Software

Instructions for installing and using many of the applications and

utilities included with the notebook are provided later in this

guide. If you prefer to install optional software now, the following

information may be helpful.

To install an application or a utility from a CD, refer to the

instructions included with the CD. If printed instructions are not

included in the CD package, they may be displayed on the screen

when the CD is inserted.

To view or install preloaded utilities or applications, select Start >

All Programs > Software Setup. Then:

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To display the descriptions and space requirements of a

preloaded item without installing it, select the Next button,

then select an item. After viewing the information, select the

Cancel button.

■

To install a preloaded item, select the check box for the item,

select the Next button, then follow the instructions on the

screen.

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Setting Regional and Display Preferences

Keyboard language and other regional preferences, such as time,

date, and currency format, are set in the Regional Options

window of the operating system. To access the Regional Options

window, select Start > Control Panel > Date, Time, Language and

Regional Options icon.

Screen appearance settings are accessed from the operating

system Appearance and Themes window. To access the

Appearance and Themes window, select Start > Control

Panel > Appearance and Themes icon. To access the settings that

control the size of the items displayed on the screen, select the

Change Resolution task.

Turning Off the Notebook

Turn off the notebook by using the Windows shutdown

procedure. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.

If the notebook does not respond, try the following emergency

shutdown procedures in the order below:

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Press ctrl+alt+delete, click the Shut Down button, then select

Shut Down from the drop down list.

■

Press and hold down the power button for at least 4 seconds.

Unplug the notebook from external power and remove the

battery pack. For instructions refer to “Replacing a Battery

Pack” in Chapter 4.

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Using the Notebook Safetly

Protecting the Notebook Against Computer

Viruses

When you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet

access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer

viruses can disable the operating system, your applications, or

your utilities or cause them to function abnormally.

Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and

in most cases repair damage they have caused. To provide

protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software

must be updated.

For antivirus instructions and more information about virus

updates, refer to the Help file within the application or select

Start > Help and Support.

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Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges

To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be

caused by an unreliable power supply or an electrical storm:

■

Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality

surge protector available from most computer or electronic

retailers.

■

Provide surge protection for the cable that connects the

modem to the telephone jack.

During an electrical storm, run the notebook on battery power

or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power cord.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC

Rules. For more information, refer on the Documentation Library

CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices.

Å^{WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your}

equipment:

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Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible

at all times.

Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord

from the electrical outlet.

If provided with a three-pin attachment plug on your power cable,

plug the cable into a grounded (earthed) three-pin outlet. Do not

disable the power cord grounding pin. The grounding pin is an

important safety feature.

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Å^{WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety &}

Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and

health and work habits for computer users, and provides important

electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on

the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the

Documentation Library CD that is included with the product.

Å^{WARNING: This notebook is designed to run demanding applications}

at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal

for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid

potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the

notebook on your lap for extended periods. The notebook complies with

the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the

International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment

(IEC 60950).

Getting Help

If you cannot solve a notebook problem by using this guide or the

supplementary information, including the Troubleshooting guide,

on the Documentation Library CD, you may need to contact HP.

Using the Help and Support Center

Installed on your notebook desktop is the Help and Support

Center that provides a comprehensive online resource tool that

can be used for the following:

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Troubleshooting assistance

Downloading the latest driver updates and product

information

■

Learning more about using and maintaining your notebook

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With the Help and Support Center, you can get immediate

assistance before contacting an HP support specialist. For

example, in Help and Support, you can:

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Troubleshoot and fix common notebook problems.

Learn how to use the software tools for working with your

favorite music, video, games, and photos (select models).

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Get basic and detailed information about Windows XP for

customizing your notebook.

Set up your notebook for networking and for communicating

on the Web.

Use administration tools to manage areas such as passwords,

file backups, system restore, and user accounts.

Learn how to print, fax, run performance and maintenance

tools, and install and configure new hardware.

Protect your notebook files by using security and privacy

features such as Norton AntiVirus software.

■

Undo changes to your notebook with System Restore.

Improve performance of your hard drive and battery pack.

Download the latest drivers, utilities, software updates, and

product documentation for your notebook.

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Use Tools to view notebook information and diagnose

problems.

■

Keep your notebook up-to-date using Windows Update.

Find compatible hardware and software.

To access the online Help and Support Center:

1. Press the fn+f1 hotkey or select Start > Help and Support.

2. Follow the on-screen directions to select the online Help

and Support Center feature that you need.

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Contacting Technical Support

If you cannot solve a problem using the Help and Support Center

installed on your notebook or the documentation provided with

your notebook, you can call technical support.

To obtain a list of worldwide customer support telephone

numbers, use either of the following methods:

■

Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance

icon > System icon. Then, near the lower edge of the System

Properties window, select the Support Information button.

■

Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included

with the notebook to contact an HP Customer Care Center.

To provide the fastest possible resolution of your problem, have

the notebook and the following information available when

you call:

■

Notebook serial number and model description, which are

provided on labels affixed to the bottom of the notebook.

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Purchase date, as marked on your sales receipt/invoice.

Conditions under which the problem occurred.

Error messages that have displayed.

Manufacturer and model of any optional printer connected.

Operating system version number and registration number.

To view these numbers, select Start > Control Panel >

System > General tab.

■

Determine the version of the system ROM installed on the

notebook.

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Reference

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System Components

Contents

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2

Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Power Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6

Audio Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9

Connectors and Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9

Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10

Left Side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11

Connectors and Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11

Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–12

Right Side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–13

Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–14

Bays and Memory Compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–14

Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–15

Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–16

Additional Standard Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–17

Cables and Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–17

Adapters and Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–18

Restoration and Documentation CDs . . . . . . . . . . . 2–19

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Display

Display release latch

Opens the notebook.

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Top

TouchPad

Top: TouchPad

TouchPad on/off button

Enables/disables the TouchPad.

TouchPad light

On: TouchPad is enabled.

Scroll up or down.

TouchPad scroll zone*

Left and right TouchPad

buttons*

Function like the left and right buttons

on an external mouse.

TouchPad*

Moves the pointer and selects or

activates items on the screen.

*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the

functions of TouchPad features, refer to “Setting TouchPad Preferences” in

chapter 3.

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Keys

Top: Keys

Function keys

Perform system and application tasks.

When combined with the fn key, the

function keys f1and f3 through f12

perform additional tasks as hotkeys.

Refer to the “Hotkey Quick Reference”

section in chapter 3 for details.

fn key

Combines with other keys to perform

system tasks. For example, pressing

fn+f8 increases screen brightness.

Microsoft logo key

Applications key

Displays the Windows Start menu.

Displays a shortcut menu for items

beneath the pointer.

Keypad keys (17)

Standard numeric keypad.

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Power Controls

Top: Power Controls

Power button*

When the notebook is:

■ Off, press to turn on the notebook.

■ On, briefly press to initiate Hibernation.

■ In Standby, briefly press to resume from

Standby.

■ In Hibernation, briefly press to restore from

Hibernation.

If the system has stopped responding and

✎

Windows shutdown procedures cannot be

used, press and hold for at least

4 seconds to turn off the notebook.

*This table describes default settings. For information about changing

the function of the power button or display switch, refer to “Managing

Power Options” in chapter 4.

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Lights

Top: Lights

Wireless On/Off light

On: An integrated wireless device has been

enabled.

Caps lock light

Num lock light

On: Caps lock is on.

On: Num lock or the keypad is on.

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Audio Buttons

Top: Audio Buttons

Decrease volume button

Pressing the left side, decreases

system volume.

Mute button

Mutes or restores volume.

Increase volume button

Pressing the right side, increases

system volume.

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Front Panel

Display release latch

Opens the notebook.

Produce stereo sound.

Stereo speakers (2)

Hard drive activity light

On: The internal hard drive is being

accessed.

AC power light

Battery light

On: The notebook is receiving AC power.

On: The notebook is receiving battery

power.

Flashing: A battery pack is

malfunctioning and may need to be

replaced.

Power/standby light

On: Notebook is turned on.

Flashing: Notebook is in Standby.

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Rear Panel

Connectors and Jacks

Rear Panel: Connectors and Jacks

Security cable slot

RJ-11 telephone jack

RJ-45 network jack

Attaches an optional security cable to

the notebook.

Connects a modem cable. (A modem

cable is included with select models.)

Connects an Ethernet network cable.

(An Ethernet network cable is included

with select models.)

USB connectors (3)

S-Video jack

Connect optional 1.1 or 2.0-compliant

USB devices.

Connects an optional S-Video device,

such as a television, VCR, camcorder,

projector, or video capture card.

Parallel connector (available Connects an optional parallel device

on select models)

such as a printer.

External monitor connector

Connects an optional VGA external

monitor or projector.

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Vents

Rear Panel: Vents

Exhaust vents

Provides airflow to cool internal components.

To prevent overheating, do not

obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard

surface, such as a printer, or a soft

surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug,

or thick clothing, to block airflow.

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Left Side

Connectors and Jacks

Left Side: Connectors and Jacks

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter cable.

Expansion port

Connects to an optional HP Notebook

Expansion Base.

USB connector

1394 connector

Microphone jack

Audio line-out jack

Connects an optional 1.1 or

2.0-compliant USB device.

Connects an optional 1394 device,

such as a camcorder.

Connects an optional monaural or

stereo microphone.

Connects optional headphones or

powered stereo speakers. Also

connects the audio function of an

audio/video device such as a television

or VCR.

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Vents

Left Side: Vents

Exhaust vents

Provide airflow to cool internal components.

To prevent overheating, do not

obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard

surface, such as a printer, or a soft

surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug,

or thick clothing, to block airflow.

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Right Side

Infrared port

Provides wireless communication

between the notebook and an optional

IrDA-compliant device.

Digital Media slot

Supports SD, MMC, Memory Stick,

and SmartMedia.

Optical drive release button

Optical drive*

Opens the optical drive.

Supports an optical disc.

PC Card eject button

Ejects an optional PC Card from the

PC Card slot.

PC Card slot

Supports an optional Type I, Type II, or

Type III 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit

PC Card.

*The type of optical drive, such as a CD, DVD, or combination CD/DVD

drive, varies by model.

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Bottom

Bays and Memory Compartment

Bottom: Bays and Memory Compartment

Battery pack release latch

Releases a battery pack from the

battery bay.

Memory compartment

Contains 2 memory slots. Depending

on the model, when the notebook is

shipped either one or both memory

slots may be filled with a replaceable

memory module.

Hard drive bay

Battery bay

Holds the internal hard drive.

Holds a battery pack.

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Vents

Bottom: Vents

Intake vents

Provide airflow to cool internal components.

To prevent overheating, do not

obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard

surface, such as a printer, or a soft

surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug,

or thick clothing, to block airflow.

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Labels

The labels affixed to the notebook and some notebook

components provide information you may need when

troubleshooting system problems or traveling internationally with

the notebook.

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The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label contains the

Product Key number. You may need this number to update or

troubleshoot problems with the operating system.

■

The system label provides regulatory information about the

notebook.

The product identification label contains the serial number of

the notebook and a code describing the original configuration

of the notebook. You will need the notebook serial number if

you call customer support.

■

The modem approvals label, which is affixed to an optional

internal modem, provides regulatory information.

Wireless certification labels, which are specific to various

types of optional wireless devices provide regulatory

information and lists the countries in which this optional

wireless device has been approved for use.

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Additional Standard Components

The components included with the notebook vary by region,

country, notebook model, and the optional hardware ordered. The

following sections identify the standard external accessories and

components included with most notebook models.

Cables and Cord

Additional Standard Components: Cables and Cord

Modem cable

(included with select

models)

Connects a modem to an RJ-11 telephone

jack or to a country-specific modem adapter.

A modem cable has a 6-pin, RJ-11

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telephone connector at each end.

Network cable

(included with select

models)

Connects the notebook to an Ethernet

network jack.

A network cable has an 8-pin, RJ-45

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network connector at each end.

Power cord*

Connects an AC adapter to an AC electrical

outlet.

*Power cords vary in appearance by region and country.

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Adapters and Battery Pack

Additional Standard Components: Adapters and

Battery Pack

AC adapter

Converts AC power to DC power.

Country-specific modem

adapter (included by region

as required)

Adapts the modem cable to a

non-RJ-11 telephone jack.

Japan-specific outlet adapter Connects the AC adapter to a 2-prong

(Japan only)

electrical outlet.

Battery pack

Runs the notebook when the notebook

is not connected to external power.

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Restoration and Documentation CDs

CDs for repairing or reinstalling software and for obtaining

supplementary information about the notebook are included with

the notebook.

■

For information about restoring, repairing, or reinstalling

software, refer to “Software Updates, Restorations and

Utilities.”

■

For supplementary information about the notebook, refer to

the Documentation Library CD. The Documentation Library

CD provided with all models includes the following guides:

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Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Guide

Troubleshooting Guide

Modem and Networking Guide

Regulatory and Safety Notices

Safety & Comfort Guide

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Keyboard

Contents

TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Identifying TouchPad Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Using the TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3

Setting TouchPad Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3

Using Hotkey and Shortcut Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Identifying fn and Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference . . . . . . . 3–5

Hotkey and Shortcut Key Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

Hotkey and Shortcut Key Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–10

Quick Launch Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–11

Using Custom Assignments and Schemes. . . . . . . . 3–12

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TouchPad

Identifying TouchPad Components

The TouchPad includes the following components:

Identifying TouchPad components

Button name

Default assignment

TouchPad on/off button

Enables/disables the TouchPad.

TouchPad light

On: TouchPad is enabled.

Scroll up or down.

TouchPad scroll zone

Left and right TouchPad

buttons

Function like the left and right buttons

on an external mouse.

TouchPad

Moves the pointer and selects or

activates items on the screen.

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Using the TouchPad

The TouchPad provides the navigation, selection, and scroll

functions of an optional external mouse.

■

To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad

surface in the direction you want to move the pointer.

■

If the pointer continues to move after you lift your finger

from the TouchPad surface, wait a few seconds and the

pointer will stop moving.

■

To execute the click functions of the left or right button on

an external mouse, press the left or right TouchPad button.

To scroll up or down, slide your finger up or down in the

scroll zone.

To enable or disable the TouchPad, press the TouchPad

button. When the TouchPad is enabled, the TouchPad light

is on.

The notebook turns on with the TouchPad enabled. Users who

work with keystrokes rather than mouse actions may prefer to

disable the TouchPad to prevent accidental TouchPad activity.

Setting TouchPad Preferences

Pointer speed and shape, click speed, mouse trails, and other

pointing device preferences are set in the operating system Mouse

Properties window. To access Mouse Properties, select Start >

Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse icon.

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Using Hotkey and Shortcut Keys

Hotkey and shortcut keys are preset combinations of the fn key

with other keys on the keyboard.

■

A hotkey is a combination of the fn key and one of the

function keys.

A shortcut key is a combination of the fn key and a key other

than a function key.

Identifying fn and Function Keys

The icons on the function keys f1, and f3 through f12 represent the

hotkey functions available on the notebook.

Identifying hotkeys

Item

Component

fn key

Function keys

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Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference

The following table identifies the default hotkey and shortcut key

functions.

For information about changing the function of the fn+f5 hotkey,

refer to the “Managing Power Options” section in chapter 4.

✎

Default Function

Key combination

fn+esc

fn+f1

Display System information.

Open Help and Support window.

Open Microsoft Internet Explorer.

Switch display and image.

Initiate Standby.

fn+f3

fn+f4

fn+f5

Initiate QuickLock.

fn+f6

Decrease display brightness.

Increase display brightness.

Play, pause, or resume an audio CD or DVD.

Stop an audio CD or DVD.

fn+f7

fn+f8

fn+f9

fn+f10

fn+f11

Play the previous track or chapter on an

audio CD or DVD.

Play the next track on an audio CD or DVD.

fn+f12

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Hotkey and Shortcut Key Procedures

To use a hotkey or shortcut key command on the notebook

keyboard, use either of the following procedures:

■

Briefly press the fn key, then briefly press the second key of

the hotkeys command.

■

Press and hold down the fn key, briefly press the second key

of the hotkeys command, then release both keys at the

same time.

Hotkey and Shortcut Key Commands

Display System Information (fn+esc)

Press fn+esc to display information about system hardware

components and software version numbers. Press fn+esc a second

time to remove the system information from the screen.

When viewing system information, the system BIOS date is the

version number of the system ROM. The BIOS date may display

in a decimal format, such as 10/19/2002 F.07.

✎

Open Help and Support Window (fn+f1)

The fn+f1 hotkey opens the Help and Support Center. From the

Help and Support Center, you can access general information

about your notebook, links to software updates and online

technical support specialists, and other support features.

For more information about the Help and Support window, refer

to the “Getting Help” section in “Startup.”

Open Internet Explorer (fn+f3)

The fn+f3 hotkey opens Internet Explorer. After you have set up

your Internet or network services and your Internet Explorer

home page, you can use the fn+f3 hotkey for quick access to

your home page and the Internet.

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Switch Display (fn+f4)

The fn+f4 hotkey switches the image between display devices

connected to the external monitor connector or the S-Video jack

on the notebook. For example, if an external monitor is connected

to the notebook, pressing the fn+f4 hotkey multiple times will

toggle the image between the notebook display, the external

monitor display, and a simultaneous display on both the notebook

and the monitor.

Most external monitors receive video information from the

notebook using the external VGA video standard. The fn+f4

hotkey can also toggle images between other devices receiving

video information from the notebook.

The following five video transmission types, with examples of

devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f4 hotkey:

■

LCD (notebook display)

External VGA (most external monitors)

S-Video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video capture

boards with S-Video-in jacks)

■

Composite video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video

capture boards with composite-video-in jacks)

Composite video devices can only be connected to the notebook

when it is docked in an optional HP Notebook Expansion Base.

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Initiate Standby (fn+f5)

The fn+f5 hotkey is set by default to initiate Standby. Standby can

be initiated only while the notebook is on. If the notebook is in

Hibernation, you must restore from Hibernation before you can

initiate Standby.

To restore from Hibernation or resume from Standby, briefly

press the power button. For more information about using

Standby and Hibernation, refer to “Power.”

For information about changing the function of the fn+f5 hotkey,

refer in chapter 4 to the “Managing Power Options” section.

Initiate QuickLock (fn+f6)

The fn+f6 hotkey initiates the operating system QuickLock

security feature. The QuickLock feature disables the keyboard

and displays the log on screen. QuickLock does not disable the

TouchPad.

Before you can use the QuickLock feature, you must set a

Windows system password. For instructions, refer to your

operating system documentation.

After you have set a Windows system password:

■

To initiate QuickLock, press fn+f6.

To exit QuickLock, enter your Windows system password.

Decrease Screen Brightness (fn+f7)

The fn+f7 hotkey decreases notebook screen brightness. Hold

down the hotkey to decrease the brightness level incrementally.

Increase Screen Brightness (fn+f8)

The fn+f8 hotkey increases notebook screen brightness. Hold

down the hotkey to increase the brightness level incrementally.

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Play, Pause, or Resume an Audio CD or DVD (fn+f9)

The fn+f9 hotkey functions only when an audio CD or DVD is

inserted. If the audio CD or DVD is:

■

Not playing, press the fn+f9 hotkey to begin or resume

the play.

Playing, press the fn+f9 hotkey to pause the play.

Stop an Audio CD or DVD (fn+f10)

The fn+f10 hotkey stops the play of an audio CD or DVD that is

playing.

Play Previous Track of an Audio CD or DVD (fn+f11)

The fn+f11 hotkey plays the previously played track of an audio

CD or DVD that is playing.

Play Next Track of an Audio CD or DVD (fn+f12)

The fn+f12 hotkey plays the next track of an audio CD or DVD

that is playing.

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Keypad

The keypad consists of 17 keys that can be used like the keys on

an external keypad.

Identifying the keypad keys

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Quick Launch Buttons

The three Quick Launch buttons enable you to use one keystroke

to access a software application or to activate a wireless network

device.

Identifying the Quick Launch buttons

Button name

Default assignment

Media button

Launches multimedia application.

Picture button

Launches digital imaging application.

Wireless on/off butfton

Turns the wireless network device on

and off.

The settings for the Quick Launch buttons can be changed. Refer to the

next section for information on reassigning these buttons to other

applications.

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Using Custom Assignments and Schemes

A Quick Launch button can be re-assigned to an Internet or

network destination or to any software application or data file.

For example, an Quick Launch button can be assigned to open

your Internet browser to a favorite Web page or to open an

application, such as Microsoft Word, or a document, such as an

Excel worksheet, on a notebook or network drive.

Button assignments can be grouped into schemes. When you

select a scheme, only the button assignments within that scheme

are active. Button assignments and schemes are set up, changed,

or deleted in the Quick Launch buttons window.

To program a Quick Launch button:

1. Select Start > All Programs > Utilities > Quick Launch.

2. On the Quick Launch tab, select the button you want to

reprogram.

3. Type a label for the button, then select 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 button,

select that option on the Onscreen Display tab.

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Contents

Selecting a Power Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2

Understanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown. . . . 4–3

Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3

Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–4

Shutdown. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5

Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown . . . . . . . . . 4–6

When Leaving Your Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6

When External Power Supply is Uncertain. . . . . . . . 4–6

When Using Infrared or Drive Media . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7

Using Default Power Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8

Identifying Power Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . 4–8

Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off. . . . . . . 4–9

Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures . . . . . . . . 4–10

Initiating or Resuming from Standby . . . . . . . . . . . 4–11

Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation . . . . . . . . 4–12

Managing Power Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13

Using Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16

Identifying the Power Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16

Switching Between Battery and External Power. . . 4–17

Charging a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–17

Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . 4–18

Managing Low-Battery Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–19

Resolving Low-Battery Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–20

Calibrating a Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–21

Storing a Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–24

Battery Conservation Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–25

Replacing a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–26

Disposing of a Used Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–27

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Selecting a Power Source

The notebook can run on internal power from a battery pack or

on external power from an AC adapter and other devices. The

following table describes the best power source for general tasks.

Task

Recommended Power Source

Work in most software

applications.

■ Charged battery pack in the

notebook

■ External power supplied through

the following devices:

❐ AC adapter

❐ Optional HP Notebook

Expansion Base

Charge or calibrate a battery

pack in the notebook.

External power supplied through:

■ AC adapter

■ Optional HP Notebook

Expansion Base

Install or modify system

software or write to a CD.

External power supplied through:

■ AC adapter

■ Optional HP Notebook

Expansion Base

Å^{WARNING: This notebook is designed to run demanding applications}

at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal

for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid

potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the

notebook on your lap for extended periods. The notebook complies with

the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the

International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment

(IEC 60950).

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Understanding Standby, Hibernation

and Shutdown

This section describes Standby, Hibernation, and shutdown and

explains when to implement them. Standby and Hibernation are

energy-saving features that can be initiated by you or by the

system.

Standby

Standby reduces power to system components that are not in use.

When Standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access

memory (RAM) and the screen is cleared.

■

Saving your work before initiating Standby is not usually

necessary, but is a recommended precaution.

■

When the notebook is in Standby, the power/standby light

flashes.

When you resume from Standby, your work returns to the screen

where you left off.

Ä^{CAUTION: To avoid a complete battery discharge, do not leave your}

notebook in Standby for extended periods. Connect to an external

power source if your notebook will not be used for extended periods.

The system will not initiate from Standby through touchpad

movement.

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Hibernation

Hibernation takes a snapshot of the current system memory, saves

it to the hard drive, then shuts down the notebook. When you

resume from Hibernation, your work returns to the screen exactly

as you left it.

When possible, save your work before initiating Hibernation to

prevent loss of data. Do not change the notebook configuration

during Hibernation.

CAUTION: If the configuration of the notebook system is changed during

Hibernation, it may not be possible to resume from Hibernation. When the

notebook is in Hibernation:

■

Do not add or remove memory modules.

Do not insert or remove the hard drive.

Do not connect or disconnect external devices.

Do not insert or remove a CD or DVD.

Do not insert a PC Card, SD Card, Memory Stick, Smart Media

Card, or MMC.

If you cannot resume from Hibernation when power is restored to

the system, you will be prompted to delete the restoration data

and proceed with system boot. Unsaved data will be lost. If a

power-on password has been set, the password must be entered to

resume from Hibernation.

Hibernation is enabled by default, but can be disabled. To reduce

the risk of power loss during a low battery condition, users should

disable Hibernation only during a battery pack calibration.

Ä^{CAUTION: If Hibernation is disabled, the system does not}

automatically save your system memory if the notebook reaches a

critical low-battery condition.

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To verify that Hibernation is enabled, select Start > Control

Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options >

Hibernate tab. Be sure that the Enable Hibernation check box is

selected.

Hibernation will not be displayed as a power option in the Power

Options window if it has been disabled.

✎

Shutdown

Shutdown procedures turn off the notebook. Whether to leave

a battery pack in the notebook or in storage depends on how

you work:

■

Leaving the battery pack in the notebook enables the battery

pack to charge whenever the notebook is connected to

external power and also protects your work during a power

outage.

A battery pack in the notebook discharges more quickly, even

when the notebook is turned off, than a battery pack that has

been removed from the notebook and stored in a cool, dry

location.

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Initiating Standby, Hibernation or

Shutdown

The following sections describe when to initiate Standby or

Hibernation and when to shut down your notebook.

When Leaving Your Work

Initiate Standby for shorter times and Hibernation for longer

times or for more power conservation.

The amount of time a battery pack can support Standby or

Hibernation or hold a charge varies by notebook configuration

and the condition of the battery pack.

■

Initiating Standby clears the screen, uses less power than

leaving the notebook on, and your work returns quickly to the

screen when you resume from Standby. A fully charged new

battery pack can typically support Standby for up to 48 hours.

Initiating Hibernation clears the screen and uses much less

power than Standby. Returning to work saved in Hibernation

takes longer than returning to work saved in Standby, but is

faster than returning to your place manually after restarting

the notebook. A fully charged new battery pack can typically

support Hibernation for several weeks.

To extend the life of the battery pack when the notebook will be

disconnected from external power for an extended period, shut

down the notebook, remove the battery pack, and store it in a

cool, dry location.

When External Power Supply is Uncertain

If an external power supply is uncertain, for example, because of

an electrical storm, save your work, then initiate Hibernation or

shut down the notebook.

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When Using Infrared or Drive Media

Standby and Hibernation interfere with the use of infrared

communication and drive media.

■

If the notebook is in Standby or Hibernation, you cannot

initiate an infrared transmission.

■

If Standby or Hibernation is accidentally initiated while drive

media (such as a diskette, disk, CD, or DVD) is in use:

❏

Your playback may be interrupted.

You may see a warning message: “Putting the computer

into Hibernation or Standby may stop the playback. Do

you want to continue?” Select No.

❏

Resume from Hibernation or Standby by briefly pressing

the power button.

Audio and video may resume, or you may need to restart

the media.

Ä^{CAUTION: Do not initiate Standby or Hibernation while using drive}

media. Doing so may result in video and audio degradation and loss of

audio and video playback functionality.

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Using Default Power Settings

This section explains the default Standby, Hibernation, and

shutdown procedures and includes information about turning the

display on or off.

You can change many of these settings according to your

preferences. If you want to change the default settings, refer to

“Setting Power Options” later in this chapter.

Identifying Power Controls and Indicators

Standby, Hibernation, shutdown, and display procedures use the

following controls and indicators:

1 Power button

2 Initiate Standby hotkey (fn+f5)

3 Power/standby light

Identifying Standby, Hibernation, shutdown, and display controls

and indicators

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Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off

Task

Procedure

Results

Turn on the

notebook.

Press the power button.

■ The power/standby light

turns on.

Pressing the

✎

■ The operating system

power button

loads.

turns on the

notebook from

Standby,

Hibernation, or

shutdown.

Shut down the

notebook.*

Save your work and close

all open applications.

Then:

■ The power/standby light

turns off.

■ The operating system

■ Press the power button

and follow the

shuts down.

■ The notebook turns off.

onscreen instructions

(if displayed) for

shutting down the

notebook.

■ Shutdown the

notebook through the

operating system.

Select Start > Turn Off

Computer > Turn Off.

*If the system is unresponsive, and you are unable to shut down the notebook

with this procedure, refer to the next section, “Using Emergency Shutdown

Procedures.”

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Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures

If the notebook does not respond and you are unable to use

normal Windows shutdown procedure, try the following

emergency shutdown procedures in the sequence provided:

■

Press ctrl+alt+delete. Select the Shut Down button, then select

Shut down from the drop-down list.

■

Press and hold down the power button for at least 4 seconds.

Unplug the notebook from external power and remove the

battery pack. For battery pack removal instructions, refer to

the “Replacing a Battery Pack” section, later in this chapter.

Ä^{CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures may result in the loss of}

unsaved data.

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Initiating or Resuming from Standby

Task

Procedure

Result

Initiate Standby

With the notebook on, use

either of the following

procedures:

■ The power/standby light

flashes.

■ The screen clears.

■ Press the fn+f5 hotkey.

■ Select Start > Turn off

Computer > Stand by.

Allow the system

to initiate

standby

■ If the notebook is running

on battery power, the

system initiates standby

after 10 minutes of

■ The power/standby light

flashes.

■ The screen clears.

notebook inactivity (default

setting).

■ If the notebook is running

on external power, the

system does not initiate

standby.

■ Power settings and

timeouts can be changed

in the Power Options

window.

Resume from

user-initiated or

system-initiated

Standby.

■ Press the power button.

■ The power/standby light

turns on.

■ Your work returns to the

screen.

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Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation

Task

Procedure

Result

Initiate

Hibernation

With the notebook on, use either

of the following procedures:

■ The power/standby

light turns off.

■ Briefly press the power

■ The screen clears.

button.

■ Select Start > Shut Down >

Hibernate. (If the Hibernate

option is not displayed, press

and hold shift.)

If the notebook is in

✎

Standby, you must

resume from Standby

before you can initiate

Hibernation.

Allow the system

to initiate

Hibernation (with

Hibernation

enabled)

■ If the notebook is running on ■ The power/standby

battery power, the system

initiates Hibernation after 30

minutes of notebook inactivity

or when the battery pack

reaches a critical low-battery

condition.

light turns off.

■ The screen clears.

■ If the notebook is running on

external power, the system

will not initiate Hibernation.

■ Power settings and timeouts

can be changed in the Power

Options window.

Resume from

user-initiated or

system-initiated

Hibernation.

Press the power button.

■ The power/standby

light turns on.

If the system initiated

✎

■ Your work returns to

Hibernation because of

the screen.

a critical low-battery

condition, connect

external power or insert

a charged battery pack

before you press the

power button.

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Managing Power Options

Many of the default power settings, such as timeouts and alarms,

can be changed in Power Options. For example, you can set an

audio alert to warn you when the battery reaches a low-power

condition.

By default, when the notebook is on:

■

Briefly pressing the power button initiates Hibernation.

Pressing the fn+f5 hotkey, called the “sleep button” in the

operating system, initiates Standby.

■

The display switch turns off the display. The display switch is

activated by closing the display.

Accessing the Power Options Window

To change the function of the power button, the fn+f5 hotkey, or

the display switch:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance icon > Power Options icon > Advanced tab.

❏

To change the power button function, select a function

from the drop-down list for When I Press The Power

Button On My Computer.

To change the function of the fn+f5 hotkey, select a

function from the drop-down list for When I Press The

Sleep Button On My Computer.

To change the display switch function, select a function

from the drop-down list for When I Close The Lid Of My

Portable Computer.

2. Select the OK button.

The Hibernate function is available in the power button, sleep

button, and display switch drop-down lists only if Hibernation is

enabled.

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Displaying the Power Meter Icon

The Power Meter icon changes shape to indicate whether the

notebook is running on a battery pack or external power.

Double-click the icon to display the Power Options window.

To hide or show the Power Meter icon on the taskbar:

1. Access the Power Options window.

2. Select the Advanced tab.

3. Select or clear the Always show icon on the taskbar

check box.

4. Select the OK button.

If you cannot see an icon you have placed on the taskbar, the icon

may be hidden. Select the arrow or vertical bar on the taskbar and

expand it to view icons.

✎

Setting or Changing a Power Scheme

The Power Schemes tab in the Power Options window assigns

power levels to system components. You can assign different

schemes depending on whether the notebook is running on a

battery pack or external power.

You can also set a power scheme that initiates Standby or turns

off the display or hard drive after a time interval that you specify.

To set a power scheme:

1. Access the Power Options window > Power Schemes tab.

2. Select the power scheme you wish to modify, and adjust

options in the lists on the screen.

3. Select Apply.

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Using a Security Password

You can add a security feature that prompts you for a password

when the notebook turns on or resumes from Standby or

Hibernation.

To set a password prompt, access the Power Options window >

Advanced tab. Select the check box for Prompt For Password

When the Computer resumes from Standby, and select OK.

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Using Battery Power

Identifying the Power Lights

Battery pack procedures refer to the front panel lights:

Identifying the battery and power/standby lights

Top: TouchPad

Power/standby light

On when the notebook has power.

Battery light

■ On in the absence of AC power, when

the notebook is running on battery

power.

■ Flashing indicates that the battery pack

is malfunctioning and may need to be

replaced.

AC power light

■ On when notebook is connected to AC

power.

■ When AC power is available, the

battery will charge.

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Switching Between Battery and External

Power

The notebook switches between AC power and battery power

according to the availability of an external AC power source,

always preferring AC power. If the notebook contains a charged

battery pack and is running on external AC power, the notebook

will switch to battery power only if the AC adapter is

disconnected from the notebook.

Keeping a battery pack in the notebook enables the battery pack

to charge whenever the notebook is connected to external power

and also protects your work in case of a power outage. On the

other hand, a battery pack in the notebook slowly discharges even

when the notebook is powered off.

To prolong battery life, remove and store the battery pack if you

will not be using the notebook for 2 weeks or more. Refer to

“Storing a Battery Pack” later in this chapter for details.

Charging a Battery Pack

The battery pack charges whenever the notebook is connected to

external power through an AC adapter.

The battery pack charges whether the notebook is turned off or

turned on, but charges most quickly when the notebook is turned

off. When the notebook is turned on, charging times are longer

and vary with system activity.

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Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack

Obtaining Accurate Charge Information

To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays:

■

Allow the battery pack to fully discharge before charging it.

Charge the battery pack fully. Even a new battery pack can

display charge information inaccurately if it has not been

fully charged.

■

Fully charging and discharging the battery pack will reduce

the need for battery calibration.

Displaying Charge Information

To display battery charge information on the screen, select Start >

Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power

Options icon > Power Meter tab.

Power Meter displays battery status in both percent and time:

■

The percent indicates the amount of charge remaining in the

battery pack.

■

The time indicates the approximate running time remaining

on the battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide

power at the current level. For example, the time remaining

will decrease if you start playing a DVD and will increase if

you stop playing a DVD.

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Managing Low-Battery Conditions

Some low-battery condition alerts and system responses can be

changed in the Power Options window of the operating system.

The information in this section describes the alerts and system

responses set at the factory. Preferences set in the Power Options

window do not affect lights.

Identifying Low-Battery Conditions

This section explains how to identify low and critical battery

conditions.

Low-Battery Condition

When a battery pack that is the sole power source for the

notebook reaches a low-battery condition (5 percent of a full

charge), the battery light blinks.

Critical Low-Battery Condition

If a low-battery condition is not resolved, the notebook enters a

critical low-battery condition (3 percent of a full charge).

In a critical low-battery condition:

■

If Hibernation is enabled and the notebook is on or in

Standby, the notebook initiates Hibernation.

■

If Hibernation is disabled and the notebook is on or in

Standby, the notebook remains briefly in Standby, then shuts

down and loses your unsaved work.

To verify that Hibernation is enabled, be sure that the Enable

Hibernate Support check box on the Hibernate tab is selected. To

access the tab select Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance > Power Options icon.

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Resolving Low-Battery Conditions

Ä^{CAUTION: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery condition}

and has begun to initiate Hibernation, do not restore power until the

Power/Standby light turns off.

When External Power Is Available

To resolve a low-battery condition when external power is

available, connect the AC adapter.

When a Charged Battery Pack Is Available

To resolve a low-battery condition when a charged battery pack is

available, turn off the notebook or initiate Hibernation, insert a

charged battery pack, then turn on the notebook.

When No Power Source Is Available

To resolve a low-battery condition when no power source is

available, initiate Hibernation, or save your work and shut down

the notebook.

When the Notebook Cannot Exit Hibernation

To resolve a low-battery condition when the notebook lacks the

power to exit Hibernation:

1. Insert a charged battery pack or connect external power.

2. Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button.

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Calibrating a Battery Pack

When to Calibrate

Even if a battery pack is heavily used, it should not be necessary

to calibrate it more than once a month. It is not necessary to

calibrate a new battery pack before first use. Calibrate the battery

pack under the following conditions:

■

When battery charge displays seem inaccurate.

When you observe a significant change in battery run time.

When the battery pack has not been used for one month

or more.

How to Calibrate

To calibrate a battery pack, you must fully charge, fully

discharge, then fully recharge the battery pack.

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack while the notebook is in use. To charge

the battery pack:

1. Insert the battery pack into the notebook. For instructions,

refer to “Replacing a Battery Pack” later in this chapter.

2. Connect the notebook to external power. (The battery light is

on as the battery pack charges.)

3. Leave the notebook connected to external power until the

battery pack is fully charged. (The battery light turns off.)

Discharging the Battery Pack

Hibernation is enabled by default, but can be disabled. Before you

begin the full discharge, disable Hibernation. To disable

Hibernation, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab. Then clear the

Enable Hibernation check box.

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CAUTION: If you plan to leave the notebook unattended during

discharge, save your work before starting the discharge

procedure.

To fully discharge the battery pack:

1. Select the power icon on the taskbar or select Start > Control

Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power Options

icon > Power Schemes tab.

2. Record all settings in the Plugged In column and all settings

in the Running On Batteries column, so you can reset them

after calibration.

3. Use the drop-down lists to set each item in both columns to

Never.

4. Select the OK button.

5. Disconnect the notebook from the external power source, but

do not turn off the notebook.

6. Run the notebook on battery power until the battery pack is

fully discharged. When the battery pack is fully discharged,

the battery light turns off and the notebook shuts down.

If you use the notebook occasionally during the discharge

procedure and have set energy-saving timeouts, expect the

following performance from your system during the discharge

process:

■

The monitor will not turn off automatically.

Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically while the

notebook is idle.

■

System-initiated Standby will not occur.

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Recharging the Battery Pack

1. Connect the notebook to external power and keep the

notebook connected until the battery pack is fully recharged

and the battery light turns off.

You can use the notebook while the battery pack is

recharging, but the battery pack will charge faster if the

notebook is turned off.

2. Select the Power icon on the taskbar or select Start > Control

Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power Options

icon > Power Schemes tab.

3. Reenter the settings you recorded for the items in the Plugged

In column and the Running on Batteries column.

4. Select the OK button.

Ä^{CAUTION: After calibrating the battery pack, reenable Hibernation:}

select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power

Options > Hibernate tab, then select the Enable Hibernation check box.

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Storing a Battery Pack

If the notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than

2 weeks, remove and store the battery pack.

Ä^{CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to}

high temperatures for extended periods of time.

High temperatures accelerate the self-discharge rate of a stored

battery pack. To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack, keep

it in a cool, dry place.

Use the following table to estimate how long you can safely store

a battery pack. The storage times provided are based on a battery

pack that contains 50 percent of a full charge. A fully charged

battery pack can be safely stored longer.

Temperature

Range °C

Safe Storage Time

Less than 1 month

Range °F

115°–140°

79°–113°

46°–60°

26°–45°

0°–25°

No more than 3 months

1 year

32°–77°

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Battery Conservation Settings

Using the following battery conservation settings and procedures

extends the run time of a battery pack.

■

Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections

and exit modem applications when you are not using them.

■

Disconnect from the notebook any external devices that use

power from the notebook. Battery run time is not affected by

external devices that are plugged into an external power

source.

■

Stop or remove a PC Card you are not using. For more

information, refer to the “Using a PC Card” section in

Chapter 8.

Disable or remove a Digital Media card (SD, MMC, Memory

Stick, or SmartMedia) you are not using.

■

Lower screen brightness.

Lower system volume.

Turn off a device connected to the S-Video jack.

If you leave your work, initiate Standby or Hibernation or

shut down the notebook.

■

Select a short wait time, 5 minutes or less, for the monitor

timeout. To change monitor timeout settings, select Start >

Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power

Options icon > Power Meter tab. Select a short wait time

from the Turn Off Monitor drop-down list, then select OK.

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Replacing a Battery Pack

Ä^{CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that}

is the only power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook

before removing the battery pack.

To replace the battery pack:

1. Turn the notebook upside down.

❏

To remove a battery pack, slide the battery release

latch 1. (The battery pack tilts upward.) Then pull the

battery pack out of the battery bay 2.

Removing a battery pack

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❏

To insert a battery pack, insert the alignment tab on the

battery pack into the alignment slot on the notebook, then

tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place.

Inserting a battery pack

2. To restore from Hibernation or to turn on the notebook, press

the power button.

Disposing of a Used Battery Pack

For information about recycling or disposing of

a used battery pack, refer on the Documentation

Library CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices

guide.

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Contents

Understanding Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2

Adding a Drive to the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2

Types of Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2

Caring for Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–3

Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–4

Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light. . . . . . . . . 5–4

Replacing the Internal Hard Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–5

Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–8

Inserting an Optical Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–9

Removing an Optical Disc (With Power) . . . . . . . . 5–10

Removing an Optical Disc (Without Power). . . . . . 5–11

Playing an Optical Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–12

Setting the Boot Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–14

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Understanding Drives

The hard drive and optical (CD/DVD) drive are standard

features of the notebook, but the optical drive features vary by

model. Some notebooks include a diskette drive and/or a USB

Digital drive.

Adding a Drive to the System

Drives enable you to store and access data. An optional external

drive can be added to the system by connecting it to one of the

USB (Universal Serial Bus) or 1394 connectors on the notebook.

Additional data storage can be added with Digital Media

including Secure Digital Card, Multimedia Card, Smart Media,

and Memory Stick.

Types of Drives

Hard drives are for the storage of data files and of software such

as system files, applications, and drivers. A hard drive is

sometimes called a hard disk drive.

Optical drives include CD and DVD drives. Optical drives

support DVDs and/or CDs, often called discs, which are used to

store or transport data and to play music and movies. DVDs have

a higher capacity than CDs. The notebook can read or write to

optical drives as described in the following table.

Optical Drive

DVD-ROM drive

DVD/CD-RW drive

DVD+RW

Read

Yes

Write

Yes

Diskette drives support diskettes, which are used to store or

transport data. The notebook can read or write to any diskette.

A diskette drive is sometimes called a floppy disk drive.

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Caring for Drives

Drives are fragile notebook components that must be handled

with care. The following cautions apply to all drives. Additional

cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply.

Ä_■^{CAUTION: To prevent loss or damage to the notebook or a drive:}

Handle a drive carefully. Do not drop it.

■

When inserting a drive, use only enough pressure to seat the drive.

Excessive force can damage drive connectors.

Do not spray a drive with a cleaner or other liquid or expose it to

temperature extremes.

Do not remove the primary hard drive (the hard drive in the hard

drive bay) except for repair or replacement.

Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. To

prevent electrostatic damage to the notebook or a drive:

❏

Discharge yourself from static electricity before handling a drive

by touching a grounded metal object, and

❏

Avoid touching the connectors on a drive. For more information

about preventing electrostatic damage, refer to the Regulatory

and Safety Notices on the Documentation Library CD.

■

Avoid exposing a hard drive or a diskette to devices with magnetic

fields. Security devices with magnetic fields include airport

walk-through devices and security wands. The airport security

devices that check carry-on luggage, usually while it is placed on a

conveyor belt, use x-rays instead of magnetism and will not

damage a hard drive or a diskette.

If you mail a drive, ship it in packaging that protects it from shock,

vibration, temperature, and high humidity. Label the package

“FRAGILE.”

Ä_■^{CAUTION: To prevent damage to drive media:}

Do not open the metal shutter of a diskette or touch the disk within

the diskette case.

■

Do not expose a diskette to a strong magnetic field, such as the

security field used by a walk-through security device or a handheld

security wand.

■

Clean a CD or DVD only with a disc cleaning kit, available from

most electronics retailers.

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Hard Drive

This section discusses the primary hard drive of the notebook.

Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light

The hard drive activity light turns on when the internal hard drive

is being accessed.

Identifying the hard drive activity light

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Replacing the Internal Hard Drive

The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the internal hard drive.

Remove the internal hard drive only for repair or replacement.

CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work, do not

begin this procedure until you have:

■

Saved your work, closed all open applications, and shut down the

notebook.

■

Disconnected the notebook from external power and removed the

battery pack.

1. Save your work and close all open applications.

2. Shut down the notebook and close the display.

3. Disconnect the notebook from external power.

4. Remove the battery pack.

5. Turn the notebook upside down.

6. Remove the 4 hard drive retaining screws from the hard

drive bay.

Removing the hard drive retaining screws

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7. Remove the hard drive cover 1.

8. Using the handle, unseat the hard drive by sliding the hard

drive towards the edge of the notebook 2, then remove it

from the hard drive bay 3.

Removing an internal hard drive

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9. To install a hard drive, lower the hard drive into the hard drive

bay 1, then slide the hard drive away from the notebook edge

until it is fully seated 2. Lower the hard drive cover onto the

hard drive bay 3.

Installing an internal hard drive

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10. If you have installed a hard drive, reinsert the 4 hard drive

retaining screws. (If you removed but did not replace a hard

drive, put the retaining screws in a safe place.)

Replacing the hard drive retaining screws

Optical Drive

Ä^{CAUTION: To avoid playback distortion or damage to optical media,}

stop the CD or DVD and exit media software before inserting or

removing an optical drive.

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Inserting an Optical Disc

1. Turn on the notebook.

2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the

media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully

extended 2.

3. Position a CD or one-sided DVD over the tray, label side up.

4. Gently press the center of the disc onto the tray spindle 3

until the disc snaps into place. Handle the disc by the edges,

not the flat surfaces. (If the media tray is not fully extended,

tilt the disc to position it over the tray spindle, then press it

down into position.)

5. Close the media tray 4.

Inserting an optical disc into the optical drive

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Removing an Optical Disc (With Power)

1. Turn on the notebook.

2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the

media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully

extended 2.

3. Remove the disc from the tray by gently pushing down on the

spindle while pulling up on the outer edges of the disc 3.

Handle the disc by the edges, not the flat surfaces. If the

media tray is not fully extended, tilt the disc as you remove it.

4. Close the media tray.

5. Place the disc in a protective case.

Removing an optical disc from the optical drive when power

is available

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Removing an Optical Disc (Without Power)

If the notebook is turned off or if no power is available, the

release button on the optical drive will not work. To remove a disc

from an optical drive without using the release button:

1. Insert a small object like the end of a paper clip into the

release access 1 in the front bezel of the drive.

2. Press gently on the paper clip until the media tray is released,

then pull the tray out until it is fully extended 2.

3. Remove the disc from the tray by gently pushing down on the

spindle while pulling up on the outer edges of the disc 3.

Handle the disc by the edges, not the flat surfaces. If the

media tray is not fully extended, tilt the disc as you remove it.

4. Place the disc in a protective case.

Removing an optical disc from the optical drive when power is not

available

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Playing an Optical Disc

You can play a CD in a CD drive or a DVD drive. You can play a

DVD only in a DVD drive.

The information in this section applies to most optical drives and

most disc software. For information about specific disc software,

including Windows Media Player, WinDVD, and Easy CD

Creator, refer to “Using Multimedia Software” in chapter 6.

Displaying Optical Disc Contents

When you insert a CD or DVD into the system, the notebook can

play the medium, display its contents, take no action, or display a

response prompt on the screen. You can choose how the notebook

responds to the insertion of a medium by using the operating

system AutoPlay feature.

When AutoPlay is enabled, in most cases your notebook responds

to the following procedures as described:

■

To prevent an audio CD from opening when AutoPlay is

enabled on the drive containing it, press the shift key as you

insert the CD.

■

To display the contents of a drive medium when the contents

are not displayed by AutoPlay:

1. Insert the medium into the drive.

2. Select Start > Run, then type:

where x = the designation of the drive containing the disc.

3. Press enter.

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Protecting Playback

Ä^{CAUTION: Inserting or removing any device while running any}

Ä^{CAUTION: Initiating Standby or Hibernation while playing a drive}

multimedia application may pause or stop the play.

medium may stop the play or diminish the quality of the play.

If Standby or Hibernation is accidentally initiated during

playback:

■

If you see the warning message “Putting the computer into

Hibernation or Standby may stop the playback. Do you want

to continue?” select No. (Audio and video may resume or you

may need to restart the drive medium.)

■

If Standby or Hibernation initiates and no warning message is

displayed, resume from Hibernation or Standby by briefly

pressing the power button, then restart the medium.

Observing the Copyright Warning

It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make

unauthorized copies of copyright-protected material, including

computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings.

This notebook should not be used for such purposes.

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Setting the Boot Order

By default, the notebook starts up from the internal hard drive.

You can set the notebook to start up from any bootable CD or

DVD in the optical drive. A bootable CD or DVD contains files

needed by the notebook to start up and operate properly. On some

models, you can also start up from a drive connected to the

notebook by USB.

Startup preferences are set in the Setup utility. The Setup utility is

not a Windows utility and does not support the TouchPad. For

information about using the Setup utility, refer to the “Using the

Setup Utility” section in Chapter 9.

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Contents

Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–3

Using the Volume Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–3

Using the Volume Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–4

Using the Speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–5

Connecting an Audio Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–5

Identifying the Audio Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–6

Using the Microphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7

Using the Audio Line-Out Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7

Connecting an S-Video Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–8

Connecting the Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–8

Connecting the Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–8

Turning a Video Device On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–9

Changing the Color Television Format . . . . . . . . . . . 6–9

Using Multimedia Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–10

Playing Audio and Video CDs with

Windows Media Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–10

Playing Video CDs and DVDs with

InterVideo WinDVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–11

Creating CDs with Roxio Easy CD &

DVD Creator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–13

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Preparing to Use Easy CD & DVD Creator . . . . . . 6–15

Formatting Recording Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–16

Creating CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–17

Erasing Recorded Media with Roxio Easy CD &

DVD Creator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–17

Selecting Easy CD & DVD Creator Settings . . . . . 6–18

Creating DVDs Using InterVideo

WinDVD Creator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–19

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Adjusting Volume

Volume can be adjusted by using the audio buttons on the

notebook or by using the volume control software. The mute

button overrides all software volume settings.

Using the Volume Buttons

To adjust volume using the audio buttons:

■

To increase volume, press the increase volume button 3.

To mute or restore volume, press the mute button 2.

To decrease volume, press the decrease volume button 1.

Identifying the audio buttons

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Using the Volume Control

To place the volume control icon on the taskbar:

Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio

Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices icon > Volume tab.

Select the Place volume icon in the task bar check box.

To adjust volume, click the volume control icon. To increase or

decrease volume, select the slide bar and drag it up or down. To

mute or restore volume, select or clear the Mute check box.

If you cannot see an icon you have placed on the taskbar, the

icons may be hidden. Select the arrow or thick vertical bar on the

taskbar and expand to view icons.

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Using the Speakers

The internal speakers plays sound in stereo from applications, the

operating system, games, drive media, the Internet, and other

sources.

If an external device, such as a headset, is connected to the

audio-out jack, the internal speakers are disabled.

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Identifying the internal speakers

Connecting an Audio Device

Å^{WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume}

Ä^{CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not}

before putting on headphones or a headset.

plug a monaural (single sound channel) plug into the audio-out jack.

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Identifying the Audio Jacks

The notebook has 2 audio jacks:

■

The microphone jack 1, sometimes called the line-in jack,

connects an optional monaural or stereo microphone.

The audio line-out jack 2, sometimes called a line-out jack,

connects headphones or external stereo speakers.

Identifying the audio jacks

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Using the Microphone Jack

When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a

monaural microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. A monaural electret

condenser microphone is recommended.

■

If you connect a stereo microphone, left channel sound will

record on both channels.

■

If you connect a dynamic microphone, the recommended

sensitivity may not be achieved.

Using the Audio Line-Out Jack

The audio-out jack is also used to connect the audio functions of

an audio/video device such as a television or VCR.

When you connect a device to the audio-out jack:

❏

Use only a 3.5-mm plug.

For best sound quality, use 24-ohm to 32-ohm

headphones.

❏

The internal speakers are disabled.

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Connecting an S-Video Device

Connecting the Audio

The S-Video jack supports video signals only.

If you are setting up a configuration that combines audio and

video functions, such as playing a DVD movie on your notebook

and displaying it on your television, you will need a standard

3.5-mm audio cable available from most computer or electronics

retailers.

Plug the stereo end of the audio cable into the notebook audio-out

jack. Plug the other end of the cable into the audio input jack on

the external device.

Connecting the Video

To transmit video signals through the S-Video jack, you will need

a standard S-Video cable available from most computer or

electronics retailers.

Plug either end of the S-Video cable into the notebook S-Video

jack. Plug the other end of the cable into the S-Video input jack

on the external device.

Identifying the S-Video jack

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Turning a Video Device On and Off

When an S-Video device is turned on, an image is displayed.

When the device is off, an image is not displayed.

To turn on a video device that is connected to the notebook:

■

Start or restart the notebook.

Repeatedly pressing the fn+f4 hotkey toggles the image

between the notebook display, any connected external

monitor, and simultaneous display of the notebook and

connected monitor.

■

Switching the image to a connected video device turns on the

video device.

Switching the image to the notebook display only turns off

the video device.

The preceding methods for turning a video device on and off are

interchangeable. If you turned off a connected device in

Windows, for example, you can turn on the device by either

restarting the notebook or pressing the fn+f4 hotkey.

To conserve power, turn off the device before disconnecting the

device from the system.

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Changing the Color Television Format

Color television formats are modes by which television video

signals are sent and received. To send signals between the

notebook and a television, both the notebook and the television

must be using the same color television format.

The NTSC format is common in the United States, Canada,

Japan, and South Korea. The PAL format is common in Europe,

China, Russia, and Africa, and the PAL-M format is common in

Brazil. Other South American and Central American countries

may use NTSC, PAL, or PAL-M.

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Region-specific formats are set at the factory for most notebooks,

but the region setting can be changed on any notebook. Refer to

“Changing DVD Region Settings” later in this chaper.

Color television format settings are changed in the Setup utility.

The Setup utility is not a Windows utility and does not support

the TouchPad. For information about using the Setup utility, refer

to the “Using the Setup Utility” section in Chapter 9.

Using Multimedia Software

This section provides guidelines for playing CDs and DVDs

using Windows Media Player and WinDVD. This software

supports the integrated optical drive on your notebook.

Playing Audio and Video CDs with Windows

Media Player

The Windows Media Player application is a program included

with the operating system.

Use Windows Media Player primarily for playing audio CDs.

Although video CDs can be played using Windows Media Player,

InterVideo WinDVD provides higher quality playback.

To open Windows Media Player and play a CD:

1. Insert a CD into the optical drive, then close the tray.

2. If you do not have Autorun enabled, select Start > All

Programs > Windows Media Player.

3. Select the Play button to play the CD.To stop the CD, use the

on-screen Play button or Stop button, or use the media

hotkeys described in the “Using Hotkey and Shortcut Keys”

section of Chapter 3.

To access Windows Media Player Help, select Help on the

Windows Media Player menu bar.

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Playing Video CDs and DVDs with

InterVideo WinDVD

InterVideo WinDVD is an application that enables you to play

DVD movies or video CDs. WinDVD is preinstalled on the

notebook. Some DVDs contain third-party DVD player programs

such as PCFriendly that may interfere with WinDVD.

Installing WinDVD

If WinDVD has been uninstalled and you insert a DVD that

contains a non-HP player program, you are prompted to install

that non-HP player program.

If you prefer to use WinDVD, decline the non-HP player

installation, close the installation window, and re-install

WinDVD.

To re-install WinDVD:

1. Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup. A setup wizard

loads, and a list of applications is displayed.

2. Select WinDVD and follow the instructions on the screen.

For more information about WinDVD, select Help on the

WinDVD menu bar.

Playing a Video CD or DVD

For best playback quality, save and close all files and software

unrelated to playing the DVD or video CD.

If a DVD displays a Playback Of Content From This Region Is

Not Permitted error message, stop the DVD, change the region

setting, then restart the DVD. For information about changing the

region setting, refer to “Changing DVD Region Settings” in this

chapter.

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To play a DVD or video CD:

1. Insert the DVD or video CD into the optical drive.

2. Assign WinDVD to play the video:

❏

If the Microsoft Windows XP AppPicker window is

displayed, select Play Video By Using WinDVD.

❏

If the Microsoft Windows XP AppPicker window is not

displayed, select Start > All Programs > InterVideo

WinDVD > InterVideo WinDVD.

3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

After you insert a DVD, a short pause is normal before Autorun

opens the DVD and WinDVD Player.

✎

Changing DVD Region Settings

Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region

codes. The region codes help protect copyrights internationally.

You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region

code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive.

If the region code on a DVD does not match the region setting

on your drive, a Playback Of Content From This Region Is Not

Permitted message is displayed when you insert the DVD. To

play the DVD, you must change the region setting on your

DVD drive.

CAUTION: The region setting on your DVD drive can be changed only

5 times.

■

The region setting you select the fifth time becomes the permanent

region setting on the drive.

■

The number of allowable region changes remaining on the drive is

displayed in the Remaining Times Until Permanent field in the

WinDVD window. The number in the field includes the fifth and

permanent change.

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To change the region setting on drive media:

1. Open WinDVD by doing one of the following:

❏

Select the WinDVD icon on the taskbar.

Select Start > All Programs > InterVideo WinDVD >

InterVideo WinDVD.

2. Right-click on the WinDVD player window.

3. Select Setup.

4. Select the button for the region.

5. Select the OK button.

Creating CDs with Roxio Easy CD &

DVD Creator

Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator is a data transfer utility that

enables you to create or copy optical drive media. Before you can

create CDs, you must install this application using the installation

CD provided with your notebook.

If your optical drive has DVD+RW capability, DVDs can be used

with Easy CD and DVD Creator to store large amounts of data on

a disc. To build DVDs containing movies, refer to “Creating

DVDs Using InterVideo WinDVD Creator,” later in this chapter.

✎

When Easy CD & DVD Creator is installed on your notebook

model, a Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator icon is displayed in

Start > All Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator.

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Understanding Easy CD & DVD Creator Features

Easy CD & DVD Creator includes the following 4 applications:

Application

Disc Copier

Allows you to

create backup copies of personal discs.

Creator Classic

create CDs backups or archives of files on

your hard drive.

Drag-To-Disc

“drag and drop” files to a CD or DVD and

automatically record data was you would

with a floppy disk. Drag-to-Disc does not

copy and burn audio files.

Roxio Label Creator

create personalized labels for your discs.

Additional applications that appear in the Roxio Easy CD & DVD

Creator online User’s Guide are not available on this notebook

model, as purchased.

✎

These applications can be accessed through the start menu or

through the Home window. To open the Home window select

Start > All Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator >

Home.

For a more information concerning Easy CD & DVD Creator

applications, features, or use, refer to the Roxio Easy CD & DVD

Creator online Userfs Guide. To access the guide, select Start >

All Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator > User’s

Guide.

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Preparing to Use Easy CD & DVD Creator

Ä_■^{CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to a CD or DVD:}

Before writing to a CD, connect the notebook to a reliable external

power source. Do not write to a CD while the notebook is running

on battery power.

■

Before writing to a CD, close all open applications (including

screen savers and antivirus software) except Easy CD and DVD

Creator.

Do not copy directly from a CD to another CD or from a network

drive to a CD. Instead, copy from a CD or network drive to your

hard drive, then copy from your hard drive to the CD.

Do not type on the notebook keyboard or move the notebook while

the notebook is writing to a CD. The write process is sensitive to

vibration.

Choosing Recording Media

HP recommends using high-quality media that correspond to the

maximum speed of the optical drive. The notebook can write or

copy to CDs which provide one-time, non-erasable recording

(CD-R) or to CDs which provide erasable recording (CD-RW).

In order to write data to a CD, you must use a blank CD-R or disc

or a CD-RW disc on which the format has not been finalized. For

more information about choosing media for use with Easy CD

and DVD Creator, refer to the Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator

online User’s Guide.

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Responding to the UDF Prompt

The first time you insert a CD into an optical drive, you may be

prompted to install Universal Disk Format (UDF) Reader.

The UDF Reader is preinstalled on select notebook models. If

UDF Reader is installed on your notebook, a CD created with the

Drag-to-Disc application can be used in a compatible optical

drive on a computer without Drag-to-Disc, provided you select

the Make this disc readable on any CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive

option during the eject process.

Formatting Recording Media

To record information to a disc using Drag-to-Disc, use a CD

formatted for Drag-to-Disc. Drag-to-Disc will automatically

format blank discs.

Formatting a disc in Drag-to-Disc may take up to 45 minutes to

complete.

✎

To record information to a CD using Creator Classic or Disc

Copier, do not use a CD formatted for Drag-to-Disc or erase the

information from a rewriteable disc to use it again.

To manually format a disc so that it can be used in Creator Classic

or Disc Copier:

1. Insert a disc into the optical drive.

2. Open Drag-to-Disc by selecting Start > All Programs >

Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator > Drag-to-Disc.

3. Open the Drag-to-Disc menu.

4. Select Manually Format Disc, and choose the format settings.

❏

To format a disc for use with only Drag-to-Disc, select

Quick Format.

❏

To format a disc for use with another application, select

Full Format.

5. Select OK.

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To record information to a CD using Creator Classic or Disc

Copier, do not use a CD formatted for Drag-to-Disc or erase the

information from a rewriteable disc to use it again.

Creating CDs

Refer to the Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator online User’s

Guide for details on burning CDs.

Erasing Recorded Media with Roxio Easy CD

& DVD Creator

You cannot erase data from a CD-R or DVD+R disc. Only

CD-RW or DVD+RW discs can be used in the following process.

✎

Erasing recorded media in Drag-to-Disc or Creator Classic may

take up to 45 minutes to complete.

✎

Erasing Recorded Media with Drag-to-Disc

To erase recorded media created with Drag-to-Disc:

1. Insert the CD into the optical drive.

2. Open the Drag-to-Disc window by selecting Start > All

Programs > Roxio Easy CD Creator > Drag-to-Disc.

3. Open the Drag-to-Disc menu.

4. Select Erase Disc.

5. Select OK.

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Erasing Recorded Media with Creator Classic

To erase recorded media formatted with Creator Classic:

1. Insert the CD into the optical drive.

2. Open the Creator Classic window by selecting Start > All

Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator > Creator

Classic.

3. In the Source window, select the optical drive containing the

disc you wish to erase.

4. On the Creator Classic menu bar, select Disc > Erase Disc.

Selecting Easy CD & DVD Creator Settings

To use Drag-to-Disc, Creator Classic, or Disc Copier, the default

settings shown in the following table must be selected. These

settings are compatible; for example, the settings for

Drag-to-Disc do not conflict with the settings for Disc Copier.

Application

Drag-to-Disc

Required Settings

Enable Auto Insert Notification*

Creator Classic

Disable Disc-at-Once**

and

Enable Track-at-Once**

Disc Copier

Disable Disc-at-Once

* Auto Insert Notification settings are selected through the operating

system.

** Disk-at-Once and Track-at-Once are recording methods that appear

in the Record Setup window after you begin burning a CD.

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The following table describes the Track-at-Once and

Disc-at-Once recording methods.

Option

Description

Track-at-Once

Writes data to the disc in multiple passes and

allows you to copy one track or data file at a time to

the disc. Additional options allow you to choose

whether the session is finalized at the end of

recording.

Disc-at-Once

Writes all information to the disc at once and

finalizes both the session and the disc at the end of

recording.

For additional information about Track-at-Once or Disc-at-Once

settings, refer to the Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator online

User’s Guide.

Creating DVDs Using InterVideo WinDVD

Creator

InterVideo WinDVD Creator allows you to create, author, and

edit movies and burn them to a DVD. Before you can create

DVDs, you must install this application using the installation CD,

included with select notebook. This application will not install

successfully unless your notebook is equipped with an optical

drive that has DVD+RW capability.

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Preparing to Use InterVideo WinDVD Creator

Ä_■^{CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to a DVD:}

Before writing to a DVD, connect the notebook to a reliable external

power source. Do not write to a DVD while the notebook is running

on battery power.

■

Before writing to a DVD, close all open applications (including

screen savers and antivirus software) except InterVideo WinDVD

Creator.

Do not copy directly from a DVD to another DVD or from a network

drive to a DVD. Instead, copy from a DVD or network drive to your

hard drive, then copy from your hard drive to the DVD.

Do not type on the notebook keyboard or move the notebook while

the notebook is writing to a DVD. The write process is sensitive to

vibration.

Choosing Recording Media

HP recommends using high-quality media that correspond to the

maximum speed of the optical drive. The notebook can write or

copy to DVDs which provide one-time, non-erasable recording

(DVD+R) or to DVDs which provide erasable recording

(DVD+RW).

In order to write data to a DVD, you must use a blank DVD+R

disc or a DVD+RW disc on which the format has not been

finalized. For more information about choosing media for use

with WinDVD Creator, select Help on the WinDVD Creator

menu bar.

✎

Creating DVDs

To open InterVideo WinDVD Creator, select Start > All

Programs > InterVideo WinDVD Creator> InterVideo WinDVD

Creator.

For instructions on creating DVDs, select Help on the WinDVD

Creator menu bar.

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Contents

Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2

Connecting the Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–3

Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–3

Connecting a Network Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–4

Turning a Network Connection Off and On . . . . . . . 7–4

Accessing the Network at Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–4

Wireless (Select Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–5

To Turn Wireless Communication On and Off. . . . . 7–6

Connecting to a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–7

Infrared. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–8

Setting Up an Infrared Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–9

Avoiding Standby While Using Infrared. . . . . . . . . . 7–9

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Modem

All notebook models include an RJ-11 telephone jack, and a

preinstalled V.92 modem. A modem cable with RJ-11 connectors

at each end is also included with select models.

If you purchased a notebook with an internal modem in a country

where RJ-11 telephone jacks are not standard, a country-specific

modem adapter is included with the notebook.

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. (V.92 enables

modem on-hold technology that allows an Internet session to be

interrupted to answer a phone call, then resumes the Internet

session after the call is complete.)

The maximum speed for faxing is 14.4 Kbps, even though the

modem is capable of downloading at higher speeds.

Ä^{CAUTION: 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.

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Connecting the Modem

A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line.

Å^{WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the}

Å^{WARNING: Connecting the notebook to a digital line can}

equipment, do not plug a telephone cable into the RJ-45 network jack.

permanently damage the modem. Immediately disconnect your modem

cable if accidentally connected to a digital line.

Ä^{CAUTION: Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble RJ-11 telephone}

jacks, but are not compatible with the modem.

For more information on connecting and configuring your

modem, refer to the Modem and Networking Guide included on

the Documentation Library CD.

Network

All notebook models ship with an RJ-45 network jack. A network

cable with RJ-45 connectors at each end is included with select

models.

The notebook can be connected to a network whether or not the

internal modem is connected to a telephone line.

If your notebook is connected to a network, you may want to

confer with your network administrator before changing network

settings.

The notebook supports network speeds up to 10 Mbps when

connected to a 10BASE-T network and 100 Mbps when connected to

a 100BASE-TX network.

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Connecting a Network Cable

For information on connecting a network cable, refer to the

Modem and Networking Guide included on the Documentation

Library CD.

Turning a Network Connection Off and On

To conserve power, turn off a network connection you are not

using.

■

To turn off a network connection, log off the network, then

disconnect the network cable.

■

To turn on a network connection, connect the network cable,

then log on to the network.

Accessing the Network at Startup

To connect the notebook to a PXE (Preboot eXecution

Environment) server during startup, you must enable the internal

NIC for startup, then respond to the Network Service Boot

prompt each time you want to connect to the server.

■

To enable the NIC for startup and set the notebook to display

the Network Service Boot prompt each time the notebook is

started or restarted, set your preferences in the Setup utility.

The Setup utility is not a Windows utility and does not

support the TouchPad. For more information about using the

Setup utility, refer to the “Using the Setup Utility” section in

Chapter 9 of this guide.

■

To respond to the Network Service Boot prompt, press f12

while the prompt F12 = Boot from LAN appears very briefly in

the lower left corner of the screen before Windows loads.

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Wireless (Select Models Only)

If your notebook is equipped with a wireless device, you can

connect by radio to an 802.11b or 802.11g wireless local area

network (WLAN) 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 notebook

connects to the network by radio rather than through cables, you

can move from place to place within the network—from your

office to a conference room, for example—and remain on the

network the entire time.

Wireless antennae location

Å^{WARNING: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The}

radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency

exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a

manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is

minimized. To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio

frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna should not

be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation, including when

the notebook display is closed.

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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 notebook wireless networking.

In Italy, Singapore, and possibly other countries, you may be

required to purchase a license before using the wireless function.

Turning On Communication and Making a

Connection

To turn on wireless communication and connect to a wireless

network:

1. If the notebook is not on, turn it on.

2. Press the wireless on-off button (Quick Launch button)

located above the number pad of the notebook to turn

wireless 802.11b or 802.11g communication on and off

The wireless indicator light on the Wireless On/Off Quick

Launch button turns on when 802.11b or 802.11g wireless

communication is turned on.

To check the status of your wireless connection, open Network

Connections in Control Panel, then select the connection.

Turning Off Communication and Ending a

Connection

To end wireless communication and disconnect from a wireless

notebook:

1. Close any files that reside on other network notebooks.

2. To turn off the wireless 802.11b or 802.11g communication

without turning off the notebook, press the wireless on-off

button.

Putting the notebook in Standby or shutting it down also turns off

the wireless function.

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Connecting to a 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 “ad hoc” network.

Before you can connect your notebook to an existing 802.11b or

802.11g wireless network, you have to configure the notebook.

For details on how to configure your notebook for wireless

networking, open the Windows Help and Support Center and

enter “wireless” as a search topic. This provides you with

overviews, tutorials, articles, and step by step information on

setting up your wireless device.

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Infrared

The notebook is IrDA-compliant and can communicate

with another infrared-equipped device that is also

IrDA-compliant. The IrDA connection speed standard is

4 megabits per second (Mbps).

The infrared port supports low-speed connections up to

115 kilobits per second (Kbps) as well as high-speed connections

up to 4 Mbps.

Infrared signals are sent through an invisible beam of infrared

light and must have an unobstructed line of sight. Infrared

performance may vary with the performance of infrared

peripherals, the distance and angle between infrared devices, and

the applications being used.

Linking to an infrared device

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Setting Up an Infrared Transmission

For information about using infrared software and enabling or

disabling infrared ports, refer to the operating system Help files

and to the documentation included with the external infrared

device.

To set up 2 infrared devices, such as the notebook and an optional

printer, for optimal transmission:

■

Position the devices so that their infrared ports face each

other at a distance of no more than 3.3 feet (1 meter).

■

Position the ports so that they face each other directly. The

maximum capture angle is 30 degrees, so the ports must be

aligned no more than 15 degrees off center.

■

Shield the ports from direct sunlight, flashing incandescent

light, and fluorescent light.

Be sure that signals from a remote control or other wireless

device (such as a cell phone, a headset, or an audio device)

do not aim at either port.

■

During the transmission, do not move either device and

do not allow objects or movement to disrupt the beam.

Avoiding Standby While Using Infrared

Standby is not compatible with infrared transmission. If the

notebook is in Standby, an infrared transmission cannot be

initiated.

If Standby initiates during an infrared transmission, the

transmission stops. To resume from Standby, briefly press

the power button. The transmission resumes when the notebook

resumes from Standby.

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Upgrades

Contents

External Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2

Connecting a Monitor or Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2

Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3

Using a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–4

Using a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–4

Selecting a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–5

Configuring a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–5

Inserting a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–5

Stopping and Removing a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–6

Using Digital Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–7

Using the Digital Media Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9

Inserting Digital Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–10

Removing Digital Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–11

Disabling or Restarting Digital Media. . . . . . . . . . . 8–11

Increasing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–12

Displaying Memory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–12

Removing or Inserting a Memory Module . . . . . . . 8–13

Connecting an Optional Cable Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–18

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External Devices

The jacks and connectors described in this guide support standard

external devices.

■

For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to

the documentation included with the device.

For information about installing or loading any software,

such as drivers, required by the device, refer to the

documentation included with the device.

To connect a standard external device to the notebook:

1. Turn off the notebook.

2. If you are connecting a powered device, turn off the device.

3. Connect the device to the connector on the notebook.

4. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device

power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.

5. Turn on the device.

6. Turn on the notebook.

To disconnect a standard external device from the notebook, turn

off the device, then disconnect the device from the notebook.

Connecting a Monitor or Projector

To connect an external monitor or projector to the notebook,

insert the monitor cable into the external monitor connector on

the back of the notebook.

If a properly connected external monitor or projector does not

display an image, try pressing the fn+f4 hotkey to switch the image

to the monitor.

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Connecting a USB Device

USB (universal serial bus) is a hardware interface that can be

used to connect external devices such as a USB keyboard, mouse,

drive, printer, scanner, or hub to the notebook or optional HP

Notebook Expansion Base.

A hub is a connecting device that can be either powered or

unpowered. USB hubs can be connected to a USB connector on

the notebook or to other USB devices. Hubs can support several

USB devices.

■

Powered hubs must be connected to external power.

Unpowered hubs must be connected either to a USB

connector on the notebook or to a port on a powered hub.

The USB connectors on the notebook support USB 2.0 and

earlier devices.

Some USB devices may require additional support software,

which is usually included with the device. For more information

and software installation instructions, refer to the documentation

included with the device.

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Using a USB Device

To use a USB device, plug the device into one of the four USB

connectors on your notebook.

Legacy USB 1.1 support is enabled by default. This supports a

USB keyboard or hub connected to a USB connector on the

notebook during startup (before Windows loads) or in a

non-Windows application or utility.

Identifying the 3 USB connectors on the rear notebook and 1 USB

connector on the left side

Using a PC Card

A PC Card is a credit card–sized accessory designed to conform

to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory

Card International Association (PCMCIA). The notebook

PC Card slot supports both 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC Cards.

PC Cards can be used to add modem, sound, storage, wireless

communication, or digital camera functions to the notebook.

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Selecting a PC Card

A Type I, Type II, or Type III PC Card can be used. Zoomed

video PC cards are not supported.

Configuring a PC Card

CAUTION: If you install all of the software or any of the enablers

provided by a PC Card manufacturer, you may not be able to use other

PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with

your PC Card to install device drivers:

■

Install only the device drivers for your operating system.

Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services,

or enablers, that may also be supplied by the PC Card

manufacturer.

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Inserting a PC Card

Ä_■^{CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PC Card connectors:}

Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot.

■

Do not move or transport the notebook while a PC Card is inserted.

1. Hold the PC Card label-side up with the connectors facing

the notebook.

2. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is seated.

Inserting a PC Card

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Stopping and Removing a PC Card

Ä^{CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop the}

PC Card before removing it.

Stopping a PC Card, even if it is not in use, conserves power.

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1. Close all applications and complete all activities that are

supported by the PC Card.

2. To stop a PC Card, select the Safely Remove Hardware icon

on the taskbar, then select the PC Card. (To display the Safely

Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, click the arrow icon

for Show Hidden Icons.)

3. To release the PC Card, press the PC Card eject button 1. (If

the PC Card button does not extend while a PC Card is in the

PC Card slot, press the button once to extend the button, then

press the button again to release the PC Card.)

4. Gently pull out the PC Card 2.

Removing a PC Card

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Using Digital Media

The digital media slot supports the following digital media

formats:

■

Secure Digital (SD)

Multimedia Card (MMC)

Memory Stick (MS)

SmartMedia (SM)

Ä_■^{CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital media card connectors:}

Use minimal force when inserting a SD, MMC, Memory Stick, or

Smart Media into a Digital Media slot.

■

Do not move or transport the notebook while Digital Media is

inserted.

Digital media formats consist of flash memory cards that provide

secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are

often used with digital media-equipped cameras and PDAs as

well as other notebooks.

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Using the Digital Media Light

The digital media light turns on when an inserted Digital Media

card is being accessed. The digital media light turns off when

inserted digital media is inactive or when the digital media slot is

empty.

Identifying the digital media light

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Inserting Digital Media

To insert a digital media card:

1. Hold the card label-side up with the connectors facing

the notebook.

2. Gently push the card into the Digital Media slot until the card

is seated. (The card will extend slightly beyond the edge of

the notebook.)

Inserting a digital media card

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Removing Digital Media

To remove a Digital Media card:

1. Complete all activities that are supported by the card (such as

a data transfer) and close all applications.

2. Push the card in until it is released 1.

3. Pull the card out of the slot 2.

Releasing and removing a digital media card

Disabling or Restarting Digital Media

An inserted Digital Media card uses power even when the card is

not in use. Disabling the card conserves power.

To disable an inserted Digital Media card, double-click the My

Computer icon on the Windows Desktop, right-click the drive

assigned to the card, then select Eject. (The card is stopped but is

not released from the Digital Media Card slot.)

To restart the card, remove, then reinsert, the card. For

instructions, refer to “Inserting Digital Media” and “Removing

Digital Media” in this chapter.

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Increasing Memory

You can increase the amount of RAM (random access memory)

in the notebook with an optional HP-approved memory module.

The notebook memory slot supports one 128-MB, 256-MB,

512-MB, or 1024-MB memory module.

Some notebook models ship with a vacant memory slot. On other

models the memory slot contains a preinstalled memory module

that can be replaced at any time.

Displaying Memory Information

When RAM is increased, the operating system increases the hard

drive space reserved for the hibernation file.

If you experience problems with Hibernation after increasing

RAM, verify that your hard drive has enough free space for the

larger hibernation file.

■

To display the amount of RAM in the system:

Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance icon > System icon > General tab.

■

To display the amount of free space on your hard drive,

double-click My Computer and right-click the hard drive and

select properties.

To display the amount of space required by the

hibernation file:

Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance icon > Power Options icon > Hibernate tab.

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Removing or Inserting a Memory Module

Å^{WARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical shock, access only the}

memory compartment during this procedure. The memory compartment

and the battery and hard drive bays are the only user-accessible internal

compartments on the notebook. All other areas that require a tool to

access should be opened only by an HP authorized service provider.

Å^{WARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical shock and damage to}

the notebook, shut down the notebook, unplug the power cord, and

remove the battery pack before installing a memory module.

Ä^{CAUTION: To prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging electronic}

components: before beginning this procedure, discharge yourself of

static electricity by touching a grounded metal object. For more

information about preventing electrostatic damage, refer on the

Documentation Library CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide,

“Electrostatic Discharge” section.

1. Save your work and shut down the notebook. If you are not

sure whether the notebook is off or in Hibernation, briefly

press the power button. If your work returns to the screen,

save your work, exit all applications, then shut down

the notebook.

2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the notebook.

3. Disconnect the power cord.

4. Remove the battery pack.

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5. Turn the notebook upside down.

6. Remove the two memory compartment screws 1.

7. Slide the memory compartment cover towards the notebook

display hinges and lift up to remove 2.

Opening the memory compartment

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8. Remove or insert the memory module.

To remove a memory module:

a. Pull away the retention clips on each side of the

module 1. (The module tilts upward.)

b. Grasp the edges of the module and gently pull the module

out of the memory slot 2.

c. To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an

electrostatic-safe container.

Removing a memory module

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To insert a memory module:

a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the module with the

keyed area in the memory slot 1.

b. With the module at a 45-degree angle from the surface

of the memory compartment, press the module into the

memory slot until it is seated 2.

c. Push the module down until the retention clips snap

into place 3.

Inserting a memory module

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9. Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the

cover slots on the notebook, then lower the cover and slide it

towards the front of the notebook 1.

10. Reinsert and tighten the two memory compartment screws 2.

11. Replace the battery pack (if you removed a battery pack at the

beginning of this procedure), reconnect external power, then

restart the notebook.

Closing the memory compartment

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Connecting an Optional Cable Lock

The purpose of security solutions is to act a deterrent. The

solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or

stolen.

To install a security cable:

1. Loop the cable around a secured object.

2. Insert the cable lock key 1 into the cable lock.

3. Insert the cable lock 2 into the security cable slot 3.

4. Lock it with the cable lock key.

Connecting an optional cable lock

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Software Updates,

Restorations and Utilities

Contents

Updating Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2

Preparing for a Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2

Downloading and Installing an Update . . . . . . . . . . . 9–4

Backing Up and Restoring Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–7

Setting a System Restore Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–7

Restoring to a System Restore Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–7

Repairing or Reinstalling the Operating System . . . . . . . 9–8

Repairing the Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–8

Reinstalling the Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–9

Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software . . 9–10

Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System. . . . 9–11

Using the Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–11

Opening the Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–11

Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility . . . . . 9–12

Restoring Setup Utility Default Settings . . . . . . . . . 9–12

Exiting the Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–12

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Updating Software

For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your

notebook remains compatible with changing technologies, install

the latest versions of the software provided with your notebook as

they become available.

To update notebook software:

Prepare for any update by identifying your notebook type, series

or family, and model. Prepare for a ROM (read-only memory)

update by identifying the ROM version currently installed on the

notebook.

1. Access the updates at the HP Web site.

2. Download and install the updates.

The notebook ROM stores the BIOS (basic input-output system).

The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with

the operating system and external devices and also supports such

notebook services as time and date.

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Preparing for a Software Update

If your notebook connects to a network, consult with your

network administrator before installing any software updates,

particularly a ROM update.

Accessing Notebook Product Information

To access the updates for your notebook, you will need the

following information:

■

The product category is Notebook.

The product family name and series number are printed on

the display bezel.

■

More complete model information is provided on the serial

number label on the bottom of the notebook.

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The product name, notebook model, and notebook serial number

are also displayed in the same section of the Setup utility that

displays ROM information, as described in the next section.

Accessing Notebook ROM Information

To determine whether an available ROM update is a later

ROM version than the ROM version currently installed on the

notebook, you need to know the version of the currently

installed ROM.

ROM information is displayed in the Setup utility. The Setup

utility is a non-Windows utility that does not support the

TouchPad. For complete information about using the Setup

utility, refer to the “Using the Setup Utility” section in Chapter 9.

1. To open the Setup utility, turn on or restart the notebook.

2. Before Windows opens and while the Press <F10> to enter setup

prompt is displayed in the lower left section of the screen,

press f10.

3. The ROM version and date are displayed in the System BIOS

Version field.

4. To exit the Setup utility without changing any settings:

a. Press esc to close the window.

b. Use the arrow keys to select Ignore changes and exit, then

press enter.

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Downloading and Installing an Update

Most software at the HP Web site is packaged in a compressed

file called a SoftPaq. Some ROM updates may be packaged in a

compressed file called a RomPaq. Other ROM updates may be

provided as a CPQFlash SoftPaq.

Most download packages contain a file named Readme.txt.

Readme.txt contains detailed descriptive, installation, and

troubleshooting information about the download. Readme.txt

included with RomPaqs are English only.

The following sections provide instructions for downloading and

installing:

■

A ROM update.

A SoftPaq containing an update other than a ROM update.

Downloading and Installing a ROM Update

CAUTION: To prevent serious damage to the notebook or an unsuccessful

installation, download and install a ROM update only while the notebook

is connected to reliable external power. (Do not download or install a

ROM update while the notebook is docked or running on battery power.)

During the download and installation:

■

Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet.

Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby or Hibernation.

Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable,

or cord.

Downloading a ROM Update:

1. Access the page at the HP Web site that provides software for

your notebook: Select Start > Help and Support, then select a

software update link. Or, visit the HP Web site at:

http://www.hp.com/support

2. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your

notebook and access the ROM update you want to download.

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3. At the download area:

a. Record the date, name, or other identifier of any ROM

update that is later than the ROM currently installed on

your notebook. (You may need to identify the update

later, after it has been downloaded to the hard drive.)

b. Record the path to the default or custom location on the

hard drive to which the ROM package will download.

(You may need to access the ROM package after it has

been downloaded.)

c. Follow the online instructions to download your selection

to the hard drive.

Installing a ROM Update

ROM installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that

are displayed on the screen after the download is complete. If no

instructions are displayed:

1. Open Windows Explorer. To open Windows Explorer from

the Start button, select Start > All Programs > Accessories >

Windows Explorer.

2. In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My

Computer > your hard drive designation. (The hard drive

designation is typically Local Disk C.) Then follow the path

you recorded earlier to the folder on your hard drive

containing the update.

3. To begin the installation, open the folder, then double-click

the file with an .exe extension, for example, Filename.exe.

(The ROM update installation begins.)

4. To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the

screen.

After a message on the screen reports a successful installation,

you can delete the downloaded file from the destination folder.

✎

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Downloading and Installing a Non-ROM SoftPaq

To update software other than a ROM update:

1. Access the page at the HP Web site that provides software for

your notebook: Select Start > Help and Support, then select a

software update link. Or, visit the HP Web site at:

http://www.hp.com/support

2. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your

notebook and access the SoftPaq you want to download.

3. At the download area:

a. Write down the date, name, or other identifier of the

SoftPaq you plan to download. (You will need to

identify the update later, after it has been downloaded to

the hard drive.)

b. Follow the online instructions to download the SoftPaq to

the hard drive.

4. When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer. To

open Windows Explorer from the Start button, select Start >

All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer.

5. In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My

Computer > your hard drive designation, which is typically

Local Disk C > HP.

6. In the HP folder, select the name or number of the software

package you have downloaded.

7. Select the file that includes an .exe extension, for example,

Filename.exe. (The installation begins.)

8. To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the

screen.

After a message on the screen reports a successful installation,

you can delete the downloaded file from the HP folder.

✎

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Backing Up and Restoring Data

The System Restore utility enables you to safeguard your system

files and functional configurations by using System Restore

points.

System Restore points are restorable “snapshots” or benchmarks

of your system. The notebook may set System Restore points

whenever you change personal settings or add software or

hardware. Setting System Restore points manually provides

additional protection for your system files and settings. HP

recommends that you set System Restore points:

■

Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware.

Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally.

Setting a System Restore Point

To set a System Restore point manually:

1. Select Start > Help & Support > Tools. (Notebook and

diagnostic information is displayed.)

2. Select System Restore, then follow the on-screen instructions

for setting a Restore Point.

Restoring to a System Restore Point

To restore the notebook to a System Restore point:

1. Select Start > Help & Support > Tools. (Notebook and

diagnostic information is displayed.)

2. Select System Restore, then follow the on-screen instructions

for restoring the notebook to a Restore Point.

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Repairing or Reinstalling the

Operating System

The Operating System CD included with your notebook can be

used to repair or reinstall the operating system. Either operations

may take 1 to 2 hours to complete.

■

Repairing the operating system preserves your data and

settings.

■

Reinstalling the operating system deletes all files on the

notebook. After the operating system has been reinstalled, all

device drivers must also be reinstalled.

HP recommends that you try to restore your system by using the

System Restore utility before you consider repairing or

reinstalling your operating system. For restoration instructions,

refer to “Backing Up and Restoring Data” earlier in this chapter.

If a System Restore restoration fails to restore functionality, first

try to repair the operating system. If the repair procedure does not

restore functionality, you may need to reinstall the operating

system.

Repairing the Operating System

To repair the operating system without deleting your

personal data, use the Operating System CD that was shipped

with the notebook:

1. Connect the notebook to external power and turn on the

notebook.

2. Immediately insert the Operating System CD (included with

the notebook) into the optical drive.

3. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn off the

notebook.

4. Press the power button again to start the notebook.

5. When prompted, press any key to boot from CD. After a few

minutes, the Welcome to Setup screen is displayed.

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6. Press enter to continue. A Licensing Agreement screen is

displayed.

7. Press f8 to accept the agreement and continue. The Setup

window is displayed.

8. Press R to repair the selected Windows installation. The repair

process begins. The notebook restarts in Windows after the

process is complete.

Reinstalling the Operating System

If the System Recovery and operating system repair procedures

did not restore functionality to your notebook, it may be

necessary to reinstall the operating system.

Ä^{CAUTION: Personal data and any software you have installed on the}

notebook will be lost during the operating system reinstall. To protect

your data, back up your data before beginning the procedure. For back

up information and instructions, select Start > Help and Support. Also

refer to “Backing Up and Restoring Data” earlier in this section.

During the reinstallation, you may be prompted for your product

key. The product key is displayed on the Microsoft Certificate of

Authenticity label on the bottom of the notebook.

✎

To reinstall the operating system using the Operating System CD

included with the notebook:

1. Connect the notebook to external power and turn on the

notebook.

2. Immediately insert the Operating System CD into the

optical drive.

3. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn off the

notebook.

4. Press the power button again to start the notebook.

5. When prompted, press any key to boot from CD. After a few

minutes, the Welcome to Setup screen is displayed.

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6. Press enter to continue. A Licensing Agreement screen is

displayed.

7. Press f8 to accept the agreement and continue. The Setup

window is displayed.

8. Press esc to continue installing a new copy of the operating

system instead of repairing it.

9. Press enter to set up the operating system.

10. Press C to continue setup using this partition.

11. Select Format the partition using the NTFS file system

(Quick), and press enter.

Formatting a drive will delete all current files.

12. Press F to format the drive. The reinstallation process begins.

This process may take up to 2 hours to complete. The

notebook restarts in Windows after the process is complete.

Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other

Software

After the installation process is complete, you must reinstall

drivers and other software.

To reinstall drivers use the Driver Recovery CD included with the

notebook:

1. While running Windows, insert the Driver Recovery CD into

the optical drive.

If you do not have Autorun enabled, select Start > Run. Then

type D:\SWSETUP\APPINSTL\SETUP.EXE (where D indicates the

optical drive).

2. Follow the on-screen instructions for installing drivers.

After the drivers are reinstalled, you must reinstall any software

you added to the notebook. Follow the installation instructions

provided with the software.

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Installing a Retail Version of an

Operating System

The Windows operating system provided on the notebook or

on a restoration CD is enhanced by HP. The HP enhancements

add power and security features and provide supplementary

support for external devices such as drives and PC Cards.

Ä^{CAUTION: Replacing an operating system enhanced by HP with a}

retail version of an operating system will result in the loss of all HP

enhancements. In some cases, the loss of these enhancements may result

in an unresponsive system or the loss of complete USB support.

Using the Setup Utility

The Setup utility is a preinstalled, ROM-based information and

customization utility that can be used even when your operating

system is not working or will not load.

The utility reports information about the notebook and provides

settings for startup, password, port, Setup utility appearance, and

other preferences.

Opening the Setup Utility

To access most settings:

1. Start up or restart the notebook.

2. Before Windows opens and while the Press <F10> to enter setup

prompt is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen,

press f10.

On some models, you must start up (not restart) the notebook to

access the settings for a hard drive password.

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Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility

Because the Setup utility is not Windows-based, it does not

support the TouchPad. Navigation and selection are by keystroke.

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To navigate, use the up and down arrow keys or tab.

To select an item, use the arrow keys to select the item, then

press enter.

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To close a display but remain in the Setup utility, press esc.

An on-screen guide to navigation and selection is displayed at the

lower edge of most Setup utility submenu screens. To minimize

keystrokes by using the <Alt> Key Activates Accelerators

feature:

1. Press and hold alt. (A letter or number in most on-screen items

is highlighted.)

2. Press the keyboard key corresponding to the highlighted

letter or number in the item you want to select.

For example, to select an on-screen OK button, press alt.

When the “O” in OK is highlighted, press O.

Restoring Setup Utility Default Settings

To return all Setup utility settings to default values, select File

menu > Restore Defaults. (Identification information, including

ROM version information, is retained.)

Exiting the Setup Utility

The Setup Utility exit options are on the File menu. When you

select either option, Windows opens after the Setup utility closes.

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To close the utility and save your changes from the current

session, select “Exit Saving Changes.”

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To close the utility without saving changes from the current

session, select “Exit Discarding Changes.”

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Specifications

The information in this appendix may be helpful if you plan to

use or transport the notebook internationally or in extreme

environments.

Notebook Dimensions

Dimension

Height (front)

Height (rear)

Width

Metric

U.S.

4.25 cm

4.70 cm

39.80 cm

28.8 cm

1.67 inches

1.85 inches

15.67 inches

11.33 inches

Depth (with hinge)

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Operating Environment

Factor

Metric

U.S.

Temperature

Operating

10° to 35° C

-20° to 60° C

50° to 95° F

-4° to 140° F

Nonoperating

Relative humidity (noncondensing)

Operating

10% to 90%

5% to 95%

10% to 90%

5% to 95%

Nonoperating

Maximum altitude (unpressurized)

Operating

3,048 m

9,144 m

10,000 ft

30,000 ft

Nonoperating

Rated Input Power

The notebook operates on DC power, which can be supplied by

an AC or a DC power source. Although the notebook can be

powered from a stand-alone DC power source, HP strongly

recommends that the notebook be powered only with an

AC adapter supplied or approved by HP.

An AC adapter provided by HP for use with this notebook is

capable of accepting AC power within the following

specifications.

Input Power

Rating

Operating voltage

Operating current

Operating frequency range

100–240V AC @1.7A - 50–60Hz

1.5A rms

50 to 60Hz

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The notebook is capable of accepting DC power within the

following specifications.

Input Power

Rating

Operating voltage

Operating current

18.5V DC @6.5A- 120W

4.9A

This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with

phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vrms.

Finding More Environmental

Information

The specifications in this appendix contain information about

exposing the notebook to environmental extremes.

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For similar information about storing battery packs, refer to

the “Storing a Battery Pack” section in Chapter 4.

For information about exposing the notebook to sunlight,

ultraviolet light, x-rays, or magnetic fields, refer on the

Documentation Library CD to the Maintenance, Shipping

and Travel guide.

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Index

1394 connector 2–11

backup, system 9–7

battery bay

AC adapter

identifying 2–14

connecting 1–5

identifying 2–18

inserting battery pack 1–3

removing battery pack 4–26

battery light 2–8

power connector 2–11

AC power 1–12

adapter

battery pack

calibrating 4–21

AC 1–5, 2–18

charging 1–2, 1–6, 4–17, 4–21

discharging 4–21

inserting 1–3

monitoring charge 4–18

recharging 4–23

country-specific modem 2–18

Japan-specific outlet 2–18

airport security devices 5–3

altitude specifications A–2

antivirus software 1–11

applications key 2–4

applications. See software;

software updates

audio CD. See CD(s)

audio-out jack

removing 4–26

storing 4–24

when to remove 4–5

battery power

conserving 4–25

when to use 4–6

BIOS (basic input output system)

9–2

boot order 5–14

connecting 6–6

identifying 2–11

AutoPlay 5–12

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button(s)

Certificate of Authenticity label

2–16, 9–9

PC Card eject 2–13, 8–6

power 2–5

compartment, memory 2–14, 8–12

connector(s)

TouchPad 2–3, 3–3

volume 2–7, 6–3