HP 334088-001, NC6000, COMPAQ NC6000 User Manual

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Startup Guide

HP Compaq Notebook Series

Document Part Number: 334088-001

August 2003

This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, locate and install the latest versions of HP software, and locate additional information and support. This guide also introduces you to exterior features of the notebook.

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Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. SD Logo is a trademark.

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

Startup Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series First Edition August 2003 Reference Number: nc6000 Document Part Number: 334088-001

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1 Hardware and Software Setup

Setting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1

Setting Up the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5

Installing Optional Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6

Selecting Regional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7

Selecting Screen Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8

Setting Up Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8

Setting Up Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10

Safeguarding the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11

Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses . . . . . . . . 1–11

Turning Off the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11

Using the Notebook Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11

Regulatory and Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12

2 Additional Information, Help, and Updates

Using the Documentation Library CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Using the Help and Support Center in

Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System. . . . . 2–6

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Contents

3 Notebook Features

Pointing Device Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

TouchPad Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Dual Pointing Device Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

Left Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8

Right Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9

Front View Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–11

Rear View Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–13

Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–15

Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–17

Index

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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).

Because of limitations in current TFT manufacturing technology,

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TFT displays may show imperfections as bright, dim, or dark spots. HP does not guarantee that TFT displays are free from such imperfections.

For governmental agency and safety information, refer on the

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Documentation Library CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices.

Setting Up the Hardware

CAUTION: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file

corruption or damage to the components during initial setup:

■ Do not set up the notebook while it is docked in an optional Port

Replicator.

■ Do not remove the battery pack until the notebook has been

connected to external AC power.

■ Run the notebook on external power, not on battery power,

throughout initial setup.

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To set up the notebook:

1. Insert a battery pack by turning the notebook upside down, then sliding the battery pack into the battery bay until it is seated.

If you will not be using the notebook for 2 weeks or more,

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removing the battery and storing it will prolong its life. For more information, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Hardware Guide, “Battery Packs” chapter.

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2. Connect the notebook to external AC power:

a. Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical

outlet.

b. Connect the AC adapter cable 1 to the power connector

on the notebook.

c. Connect the power cord 2 to the AC adapter.

d. Plug the power cord 3 into an electrical outlet. (Power

cords and outlets vary by country.)

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3. Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch 1 and lifting the display 2.

4. Turn on the notebook by pressing the power button.

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After the notebook powers on:

■ The power/standby light turns on. (See “Lights” later in this

guide for more information.)

■ The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge, and the

battery light turns on. (See “Lights” later in this guide for more information.)

The battery light remains on while the battery pack is

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charging and turns off after the battery pack is fully charged.

■ The software setup prompt appears on the screen.

Setting Up the Software

A prompt to set up your software displays on the screen when the notebook is turned on for the first time. Before responding to the prompt and proceeding through the onscreen instructions, read the following caution and other installation information contained in this chapter.

Hardware and Software Setup

CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and to ensure that the correct device

drivers install, follow these guidelines during software setup:

■ Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet.

■ Do not shut down the notebook.

■ Do not remove or insert a drive.

■ After you begin the software setup, you must complete the

entire process without interruption. Setup time varies.

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

The languages you do not choose are deleted from the system and cannot be restored once the setup process has begun.

■ If you are prompted to accept the End User License

Agreement, you must choose Accept to continue the software setup.

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■ Preloaded software applications are included with the

notebook but must be installed through the Software Setup utility. Preinstalled software applications have already been installed on the notebook and require no further installation procedures.

■ This guide does not take into account any variation that may

result from the notebook being connected to a network.

■ This guide documents the Windows 2000, Windows XP

Professional, and Windows XP Home operating systems. Any other operating systems installed on this notebook after purchase may not match the descriptions and procedures provided in this guide.

■ This guide documents the category view that is used by

default in Windows XP. If your notebook is set to classic view, you may notice discrepancies between your notebook and this documentation. For information on switching views, see Windows XP Help and Support.

Installing Optional Software

You can install third-party software or preloaded utilities any time after your initial software setup is complete.

■ To install third-party software, refer to the documentation

included with the software.

■ To install a preloaded utility:

❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Software

Setup.

❏ In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software

Setup.

A setup wizard loads, and a list of applications displays. Select the application you want to install and follow the instructions on the screen.

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To view the descriptions and space requirements of preloaded

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HP utilities without installing them:

■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Software

Setup.

■ In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software

Setup.

After viewing the utility information, select Cancel.

Selecting Regional Settings

Keyboard language and other regional preferences such as time, date, and currency format are set in the operating system. To access these settings:

■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >

Date/Time, or select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Regional Options.

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■ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Date, Time,

Regional, and Language Options > Date and Time, or select Start > Control Panel > Date, Time, Regional, and Language Options > Regional and Language Options.

For information about selecting regional settings, open the Regional Options window, then use context-sensitive Help. To use context-sensitive Help, select the question mark button in the upper right corner of the window, then select an item. A definition, explanation, or procedure is displayed.

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Selecting Screen Settings

To see more items on your screen or to see the items on your screen displayed larger, change the screen resolution setting in your operating system. To access the screen resolution settings:

■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >

Display > Settings tab.

■ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Appearance

and Themes > Display > Settings tab.

Setting Up Wireless LAN

Select notebooks contain wireless LAN devices. The drivers for your wireless LAN devices have been preinstalled on the notebook. The utility that supports your wireless LAN device has been preloaded but not preinstalled. Refer to the Wireless LAN Utility Installation Instructions, provided with your notebook, for help installing the utility.

Using Wireless LAN Utilities in Windows 2000

Windows 2000 does not have an automatic wireless network configuration utility. The WLAN utility provided by HP on your notebook must be used for wireless connections. Refer to the Wireless LAN Utility Installation Instructions, provided with your notebook, for help installing the utility.

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Using Wireless LAN Utilities in Windows XP

An automatic wireless network configuration utility is available on notebooks with Windows XP. This utility is enabled by default. However, if your notebook is equipped with an HP-installed WLAN device, you may prefer to use the utility designed to work with it instead of using the Windows utility.

For more information about using the Windows automatic wireless network configuration utility, refer to Windows Help and Support.

For more information about the advantages of using HP-provided utilities, refer to the following section. For information about installing an HP-provided utility, refer to the Wireless LAN Utility Installation Instructions provided with your notebook.

Understanding the Advantages of HP-Provided WLAN Utilities

The HP-provided utilities have advanced capabilities that enhance the use of your wireless device. These utilities work in a more integrated fashion with your wireless device to configure and manage your wireless network. They are also compatible with Cisco standards and legacy operating systems.

Disabling the Automatic Wireless Network Configuration Utility

By default, the Windows automatic wireless network configuration utility will attempt to configure your wireless connection. If you do not wish to use the automatic wireless network configuration utility, you must disable it by following these steps:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections.

2. Right click Wireless Network Connection, then select Properties.

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3. On the Wireless Networks tab, clear the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box.

4. Select OK.

The automatic wireless network configuration utility is disabled until you enable it again.

For more information about the Windows automatic wireless network configuration utility, refer to Windows Help and Support.

Once the Windows utility has been disabled, refer to the Wireless LAN Utility Installation Instructions, provided with your notebook, for help installing the HP-preloaded utility for your wireless device.

Setting Up Bluetooth

Select notebooks contain a preinstalled Bluetooth device. The utility that operates your Bluetooth device has been preloaded but not preinstalled on the notebook. Before you can use this utility, you must install it using the following steps:

■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Software Setup,

select the Bluetooth utility from the list of applications, then follow the onscreen instructions.

■ In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software

Setup, select the Bluetooth utility from the list of applications, then follow the onscreen instructions.

For more information on configuring and using the Bluetooth device, refer on the Documentation Library—Bluetooth CD to the

Bluetooth by HP Getting Started Guide and the Bluetooth User’s Guide.

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