HP (Hewlett-Packard) 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.

Contents

1Startup

2 System Components

3 Keyboard

4Power

5 Drives

6 Multimedia

7 Communications

8 Hardware Options and Upgrades

9 Software Updates, Restorations and

Utilities

A Specifications

Index

Part-1

Startup

This Startup and Reference Guide provides information about setting up and using your notebook.

■ 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:

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

❏ Refer to the Index.

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–1

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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.

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Inserting a battery pack

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.

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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.)

■ 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

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:

■ 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.

■ After beginning the software setup, you must complete the

entire process without interruption. Setup time varies.

■ 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.

■ 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

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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:

■ 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:

■ 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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your

equipment:

■ 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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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 Documentation Library CD that is included with the product.

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).

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

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.

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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:

■ 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:

■ 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).

■ 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.

■ 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.

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

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■ 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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Part 2

Reference

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Contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Components

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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System Components

Display

Display release latch Opens the notebook.

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Top

TouchPad

System Components

Top: TouchPa d

TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.

TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled.

TouchPad scroll zone* Scroll up or down.

Left and right TouchPad

buttons*

TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or

*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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Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.

activates items on the screen.

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Keys

Top: Key s

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

Microsoft logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.

Applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items

Keypad keys (17) Standard numeric keypad.

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system tasks. For example, pressing fn+f8 increases screen brightness.

beneath the pointer.

Power Controls

Top: Power Controls

Power button* When the notebook is:

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■ 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

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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

Powe r Options” in chapter 4.

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System Components

Lights

Top: Lights

Wireless On/Off light On: An integrated wireless device has been

enabled.

Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

Num lock light On: Num lock or the keypad is on.

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Audio Buttons

Top: Audio Buttons

System Components

Decrease volume button Pressing the left side, decreases

Mute button Mutes or restores volume.

Increase volume button Pressing the right side, increases

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system volume.

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Front Panel

Display release latch Opens the notebook.

Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound.

Hard drive activity light On: The internal hard drive is being

AC power light On: The notebook is receiving AC power.

Battery light On: The notebook is receiving battery

Power/standby light On: Notebook is turned on.

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accessed.

power. Flashing: A battery pack is

malfunctioning and may need to be replaced.

Flashing: Notebook is in Standby.

Rear Panel

Connectors and Jacks

Rear Panel: Connectors and Jacks

Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to

RJ-11 telephone jack Connects a modem cable. (A modem

RJ-45 network jack Connects an Ethernet network cable.

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the notebook.

cable is included with select models.)

(An Ethernet network cable is included with select models.)

USB connectors (3) Connect optional 1.1 or 2.0-compliant

S-Video jack Connects an optional S-Video device,

Parallel connector (available

on select models)

External monitor connector Connects an optional VGA external

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USB devices.

such as a television, VCR, camcorder, projector, or video capture card.

Connects an optional parallel device such as a printer.

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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