HP 367055-002 User Manual

Reference Guide

HP Docking Station

Document Part Number: 367055-002

January 2005

This guide provides information on installing and operating the HP Docking Station and on using it with your computer, as well as tips on solving common problems.

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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.

Reference Guide HP Docking Station Second Edition January 2005 First Edition September 2004 Document Part Number: 367055-002

Getting Started

Identifying Top Components

1

Component Description

Powe r button Turns on power to the computer.

1

Powe r light Indicates the state of the computer and

2

Docking posts (2) Align and secure the computer for

3

Reference Guide 1–1

is turned on when the computer is turned on.

proper connection to the HP Docking Station.

(Continued)

Getting Started

Component Description

Computer eject

4

mechanisms

Docking connector Connects the computer to the

5

Visual alignment indicator Helps you correctly align the computer

6

Computer eject button

7

docking light

and

(4)

Disconnect the computer from

docking station when you

the

the eject button.

press

docking

when connecting it to station.

Ejects the computer from the docking station. Docking light is turned on aligned.

✎

station.

the docking

when the computer is properly

Refer to Chapter 2, “Docking

and Undocking,” for details.

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Getting Started

Identifying Left-Side Components

Component Description

Power button and

1

2

3

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light

power

USB 2.0 port Allows you to connect USB devices.

Powered USB 2.0 port Allows you to connect select USB

Turns on power to the computer.

light indicates the state of the

The computer, and is turned on when

computer is turned on.

the

devices, such as the HP External MultiBay

II.

Getting Started

Identifying Right-Side Components

Component Description

Computer eject button

1

2

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docking light

and

Integrated cable lock slot Supports the HP/Kensington Cable

Ejects the computer from the docking station. Docking light is

the computer is properly aligned.

when

Refer to Chapter 2, “Docking

✎

and Undocking,” for details.

Lock, which secures the docking station and a

connected computer.

turned on

Identifying Rear Components

Component Description

Security cable slot Connects an optional security

1

cable

lock.

Getting Started

Monitor stand port Connects an optional HP Monitor

2

Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects an audio output device

3

Mouse connector Connects a PS/2 mouse.

4

Parallel port Connects a parallel device such

5

Digital video (DVI) port Connects a DVI device such as a

6

Powe r light Is turned on when the docking station

7

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Stand to the docking station.

as headphones or speakers.

such

a printer.

as

panel monitor.

flat

connected to AC power.

is

(Continued)

Getting Started

Component Description

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

8

RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.

9

USB 2.0 ports (2) Connect USB devices.

-

Power connector Connects the docking station to

q

External monitor port Connects a VGA monitor.

w

Serial port Connects a serial device such

e

Keyboard connector Connects a PS/2 keyboard.

r

Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects home audio equipment

t

Composite video port Connects a composite video device

y

S-Video jack Connects an S-Video device such

u

the

as

such

such as a TV.

as

AC adapter.

a mouse.

as CD and MP3 players.

a TV, VCR, or camcorder.

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Getting More Information

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety and

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Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, and proper posture, health, and work habits for notebook users. The Safety and

Comfort Guide

information. This guide is available on the Web at

http://www.hp.com/ergo, on the notebook hard drive, and through the

Help and Support Center at Start > Help and Support.

■ The Notebook Documentation CD, included with the

computer, contains comprehensive information about your computer, as well as governmental agency and safety information about the use of your computer.

■ The Accessory Documentation CD, included with the

docking station, contains governmental agency and safety information about the use of this device.

■ The HP Web site http://www.hp.com provides product news

and software updates.

also provides important electrical and mechanical safety

Getting Started

Reference Guide 1–7

Docking and Undocking

Connecting to AC Power

Connect the docking station to AC power at all times.

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

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equipment:

■ Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at

times.

all

■ Disconnect the power from the product by unplugging the power

cord from the AC outlet.

■ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug

the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin; for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The grounding pin is an important safety feature.

■ Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them

that no one can accidentally step on or trip over them.

so

■ Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging a cord from

AC outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.

the

2

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

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equipment, do not attempt to operate the computer and docking station with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. Use only the power cord included with the docking station.

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Docking and Undocking

1. Insert the AC adapter 1 into the power connector on the

docking station.

2. Insert one end of the power cord 2 into the AC adapter.

3. Insert the other end of the power cord 3 into an AC outlet.

The docking station requires AC power for full functionality of

✎

all ports.

The light above the power connector is turned on when the

✎

docking station is connected to AC power.

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Docking the Computer

1. Close the computer. If you close the computer when the power is on, the computer may enter standby mode. To resume operation after docking, open the computer, and then press the power button.

2. Angle the front of the computer downward.

3. Line up the visual alignment indicator on the computer

the indicator on the docking station.

with

Docking and Undocking

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Docking and Undocking

4. Align the posts on the docking station with the receptors

the bottom of the computer, and then gently press the

on computer down onto the docking station until you hear

click. When the computer is properly aligned, the

a docking

Make sure the computer is properly aligned and seated, and

✎

fully docked. For help with most common docking problems, refer to Appendix A, “Troubleshooting.”

station docking light is turned on.

The docking light will not be turned on when you dock the

✎

computer unless the AC adapter is connected to the docking station.

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Undocking the Computer

1. Close the computer. If you close the computer when the power is on, the computer may enter standby mode. To resume operation after undocking, open the computer, and then press the power button.

Docking and Undocking

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Docking and Undocking

2. Press the eject button 1. The computer disconnects from

docking station.

the

3. Lift up the computer 2.

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Using the Docking Station

Turning the Computer On and Off

When you connect a computer to the docking station, you can turn the computer on and off using either the computer power button or the docking station power button

the system, the power button light is turned on 2. When you

on properly align the computer to the docking station, the docking

3 is turned on.

light

The docking light will not be turned on when you dock the

✎

computer unless the AC adapter is connected to the docking station. For help with most common docking problems, refer to Appendix A, “Troubleshooting.”

1. When you turn

3

Reference Guide 3–1

Using the Docking Station

Installing the HP/Kensington Cable

Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These

✎

deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen.

The HP/Kensington Cable Lock (purchased separately) allows you to secure the docking station and a docked computer. Install the cable lock into the integrated cable lock slot on the right side of the docking station, as shown in the following illustrations.

Lock

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Using the Docking Station

To install the cable lock:

1. Loop the cable around a stationary object.

2. Turn the docking station upside down, and then remove

screws from the cable lock bezel 1.

the

3. Remove the bezel from the docking station 2, and then remove the bezel blank from the cable lock bezel

3.

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Using the Docking Station

4. With the lock and key in the unlocked position and with the T-bar on the back of the lock in the vertical position, insert the lock into the center groove in the cable lock slot in the docking station

5. Insert the cable into the recessed cable channel in the base

the docking station 2.

of

1.

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Using the Docking Station

6. Turn the key counterclockwise to lock 1.

7. Remove the key from the lock 2.

8. Reinsert the cable lock bezel onto the docking station 3.

9. Replace the screws to secure the bezel 4.

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Using the Docking Station

The following illustration shows a docking station with

HP/Kensington Cable Lock installed.

the

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A

Troubleshooting

This section provides three methods for resolving issues you may encounter when using your docking station. Use the methods

the following order:

in

■ Refer to the “Solving Common Problems” section.

■ Access the Help and Support Center on your computer by

selecting Start > Help and Support. In addition to providing information about your operating system, the Help and Support Center provides a searchable database of help topics, updated regularly by HP and Microsoft. Type in the name of your accessory—for example, docking station—to search for relevant topics in the HP Knowledge Base and Microsoft® Knowledge Base. Also, see the Help and Support Guide and Troubleshooting guide included with your computer.

■ Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Then select your

country or region.

Reference Guide A–1

Troubleshooting

Solving Common Problems

Docking Problems

Problem Possible Cause Solution

The computer is not properly connected to

docking station.

the

The computer is turned on and properly docked, but the power light and docking light are not on.

Some of the ports or connectors do not work, even though the docking light is turned on.

The computer may be properly aligned, but is not fully seated or docked in the docking station.

Power cord is not plugged into either the docking station or the AC outlet.

The computer may be properly aligned, but is not fully seated or docked in the docking station.

Lift the computer away from the docking station. Then realign the computer visual alignment indicator with the indicator on the docking station, and reconnect the computer. Ensure that the computer is properly aligned and seated, and fully docked by gently pressing down on the computer until you hear a click. If accessories are attached, they should now work properly.

Properly plug in power cord.

Lift the computer away from the docking station. Then realign the computer visual alignment indicator with the indicator on the docking station, and reconnect the computer. Ensure that the computer is properly aligned and seated, and fully docked by gently pressing down on the computer until you hear a click. If accessories are attached, they should now work properly.

A–2 Reference Guide

Undocking Problems

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Troubleshooting

The computer will not disconnect from the docking station.

The connectors are jammed.

The HP/Kensington Cable Lock is in the locked position.

Press the eject button all the way in. If the computer does not disconnect, repeat this procedure to disconnect the computer.

Applying

Ä

force may connector

Unlock the lock and then disconnect the computer.

excessive

damage pins.

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Troubleshooting

External Device Problems

Problem Possible Cause Solution

A new device is not recognized as part

system.

of the

The computer may be properly aligned, but is not fully seated or docked in the docking station.

The device cable or power cord is loose.

The device was connected while the system was on.

Cabling is incorrect. Ensure that the device cable

You may need to install device drivers on the computer.

Lift the computer away from the docking station. Then realign the computer visual alignment indicator with the indicator on the docking station, and reconnect the computer. Ensure that the computer is properly aligned and seated, and fully docked by gently pressing down on the computer until you hear a click. If accessories are attached, they should now be recognized by the system.

■ Ensure that all cables are securely connected to the device and the docking station.

■ Ensure that all power cords are securely connected to the device

docking station and

or

an AC outlet.

to

Turn off the computer, turn on the device (if applicable), and then restart the computer.

is in the correct connector on the docking station.

Install drivers according to the device manufacturer’s instructions.

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HP 367055-002 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Getting Started

Identifying Top Components

Identifying Left-Side Components

Identifying Right-Side Components

Identifying Rear Components

Getting More Information

Docking and Undocking

Connecting to AC Power

Docking the Computer

Undocking the Computer

Using the Docking Station

Turning the Computer On and Off

Troubleshooting

Solving Common Problems