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Connecting the Network Cable
A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 network connector at each
end and may contain noise suppression circuitry, which prevents
interference with TV and radio reception. To connect the cable:
1. Identify the RJ-45 network jack 1 on the notebook.
2. Orient the end of a network cable with noise suppression
circuitry 2 toward the notebook.
3. Plug the network cable into the notebook RJ-45
network jack 3.
4. Plug the other end of the cable into the network
RJ-45 jack 4.
Communications
Connecting a network cable
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the
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network cable before accessing an internal compartment of the
notebook. Internal compartments include the memory compartment
and the battery and hard drive bays.
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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.
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.
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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.
Communications
Linking to an infrared device
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 vertically or
horizontally.
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■ 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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Hardware Options and
Contents
Connecting a Powered Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2
Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2
Using a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3
Selecting a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3
Configuring a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–4
Inserting a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–4
Stopping and Removing a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–5
Using an SD Card or MMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–6
Using the SD Card Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–6
Inserting an SD Card or MMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–7
Removing an SD Card or MMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–8
Disabling or Restarting an SD Card or MMC . . . . . . 8–8
Increasing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9
Displaying Memory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9
Removing or Inserting a Memory Module . . . . . . . 8–10
Connecting an Optional Cable Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–15
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Upgrades
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Connecting a Powered Device
To connect the notebook to an optional external device that has a
power cord:
1. Be sure the device is turned off.
2. Connect the device to the jack or connector on the notebook
specified by the device manufacturer.
3. Plug the device power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
4. Turn on the device.
If a properly connected external monitor or other display device
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does not display an image, try pressing the
switch the image to the new device.
To disconnect a powered external device from the notebook:
1. Turn off the device.
2. Disconnect the device from the notebook.
Fn+F4 hotkeys to
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.
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 support varying
numbers of USB devices and are used to increase the number of
USB devices in the system.
■ 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
1.1-compliant devices.
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By default, USB devices function only while the operating
system is loaded. To use 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, enable USB
legacy support in the Setup utility. For more information about
using the Setup utility, see the “Using the Setup Utility” section
in Chapter 9.
Hardware Options and Upgrades
Identifying the 3 USB connectors on the notebook
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.
Selecting a PC Card
A Type I or Type II PC Card can be used. Zoomed video cards are
not supported.
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Configuring a PC Card
CAUTION: If you install all of the software or any of the enablers
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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.
Inserting a PC Card
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PC Card connectors:
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■ 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
CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop the
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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, select in the taskbar the 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 an SD Card or MMC
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the SD Card connectors:
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■ Use minimal force when inserting an SD Card or MMC into an
SD Card slot.
■ Do not move or transport the notebook while an SD Card or MMC
is inserted.
SD (Secure Digital) Cards and MMCs
(multimedia cards) are flash memory cards that
provide secure data storage and convenient data
sharing. These cards are often used with SD-equipped cameras
and PDAs as well as notebooks. The SD Card features on the
notebook support both SD Cards and MMCs.
Using the SD Card Light
The SD Card light turns on when an inserted SD Card or MMC is
being accessed. The SD Card light turns off when an inserted SD
Card or MMC is inactive or when the SD Card slot is empty.
Identifying the SD Card light
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Inserting an SD Card or MMC
To insert an SD Card or MMC:
1. Hold the card label-side up with the connectors facing
the notebook.
2. Gently push the card into the SD Card slot until the card is
seated. (The card will extend outward slightly beyond the
notebook.)
Hardware Options and Upgrades
Inserting an SD Card or MMC
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Removing an SD Card or MMC
To remove an SD Card or MMC:
1. Close all applications and complete all activities that are
supported by the card. (To stop a data transfer, select the
cancel button in the operating system Copying window.)
2. Push the card inward until it is released 1.
3. Pull the card out of the slot 2.
Releasing and removing an SD Card or MMC
Disabling or Restarting an SD Card or MMC
An inserted SD Card or MMC uses power even when the card is
not in use. Disabling the card conserves power.
To disable an inserted SD Card or MMC, 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 SD Card slot.)
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To restart the card, remove, then reinsert, the card. For
instructions, see “Inserting an SD Card or MMC” and “Removing
an SD Card or MMC” in this chapter.
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 both the amount of free space on your hard drive
and 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
WARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical shock, access only the
memory compartment during this procedure. The memory compartment
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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.
WARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical shock and damage to
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the notebook, shut down the notebook, unplug the power cord, and
remove the battery pack before installing a memory module.
CAUTION: To prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging electronic
components: before beginning this procedure, discharge yourself of
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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” chapter.
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 underside up.
6. Remove the memory compartment screw 1, then lift up and
remove the memory compartment cover 2.
Hardware Options and Upgrades
Opening the memory compartment
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7. 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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