HP (Hewlett-Packard) AMC20493-001, AMC20493-001-KT1, AMC20493-001-KT3, AMC20493-001-KT5 User Manual

HP Notebook PC
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Important Safety Information
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord to connect a modem to the telephone wall jack. In Australia, the computer must be connected to the Telecommunication Network through a line cord that meets the requirements of ACA Technical Standard TS008.
When using your computer with a telephone connection, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons:
Do not use this product with a telephone connection near water (for example, near a
bathtub, sink, swimming pool, or in a wet basement).
Avoid using a telephone connection (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use a telephone connection to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
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Edition History
Edition 1 (KA, KB) .......................................July 2002
This manual is printed on recycled paper.
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Contents
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook ..................................................................... 11
Taking Inventory......................................................................................................... 12
What’s in the box? ................................................................................................ 12
To buy accessories................................................................................................ 12
To find more information...................................................................................... 13
Identifying Parts of the Computer............................................................................... 14
Front View ............................................................................................................ 14
Back View............................................................................................................. 15
Bottom View......................................................................................................... 16
Status Lights.......................................................................................................... 17
Setting Up Your Computer......................................................................................... 19
Step 1: Install the battery ...................................................................................... 19
Step 2: Connect AC power.................................................................................... 21
Step 3: Connect a phone line................................................................................. 22
Step 4: Turn on the computer................................................................................ 23
Step 5: Set up Windows........................................................................................ 23
Step 6: Register your notebook............................................................................. 24
To connect to the Internet ..................................................................................... 24
What to do next..................................................................................................... 24
Basic Operation .............................................................................................................. 25
Operating Your Computer.......................................................................................... 26
To turn the computer on and off ........................................................................... 26
To reset the computer............................................................................................ 27
To change the boot device..................................................................................... 27
To use the touch pad ............................................................................................. 28
To use the Fn hot keys .......................................................................................... 30
To use the One-Touch buttons.............................................................................. 31
To use the Windows and Applications keys ......................................................... 32
To use the embedded keypad................................................................................ 33
To use the ALT GR key........................................................................................ 33
To adjust the display ............................................................................................. 34
To adjust the volume.............................................................................................35
To change computer settings for a presentation.................................................... 35
Using CDs or DVDs................................................................................................... 37
To insert or remove a CD or DVD........................................................................37
To play DVD movies............................................................................................ 38
To create or copy CDs .......................................................................................... 38
Securing Your Computer............................................................................................ 39
To set up password protection............................................................................... 39
To lock your computer.......................................................................................... 39
To attach a security cable...................................................................................... 40
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To protect against viruses ..................................................................................... 41
To lock the hard disk drive.................................................................................... 41
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC.................................................................. 42
Taking Care of Your Computer.................................................................................. 44
To protect your hard disk drive............................................................................. 44
To maintain your computer................................................................................... 44
To safeguard your data.......................................................................................... 45
To extend the life of the display............................................................................ 45
To clean your computer ........................................................................................ 46
Batteries and Power Management................................................................................ 47
Managing Power Consumption .................................................................................. 48
How the computer manages power automatically ................................................ 48
To manage power manually.................................................................................. 50
Using Battery Power................................................................................................... 51
To check battery status.......................................................................................... 51
To respond to a low-battery warning .................................................................... 52
To recharge the battery ......................................................................................... 52
To get the most from your batteries...................................................................... 52
Modem and Network Connections................................................................................ 55
Using the Modem........................................................................................................ 56
To connect the modem.......................................................................................... 57
To connect to the Internet ..................................................................................... 58
To disconnect from the Internet............................................................................ 59
To dial in to a network.......................................................................................... 59
To change your modem settings ........................................................................... 60
To send and receive e-mail ................................................................................... 61
To send and receive faxes..................................................................................... 62
Connecting to a LAN.................................................................................................. 63
To connect to a LAN............................................................................................. 63
Making Wireless Network Connections..................................................................... 64
To prepare for connections.................................................................................... 64
To turn wireless communication on and off.......................................................... 66
Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections ................................................................... 68
To turn Bluetooth communication on and off....................................................... 68
To prepare for Bluetooth connections................................................................... 70
To send or receive files using Bluetooth............................................................... 71
To connect to a Bluetooth printer or serial device................................................ 72
To make a dial-up connection via a Bluetooth phone........................................... 73
Add-On Devices.............................................................................................................. 75
Connecting PC Cards.................................................................................................. 76
To insert or remove a PC Card.............................................................................. 76
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Connecting External Devices...................................................................................... 78
To identify connectors for external devices.......................................................... 78
To connect a printer or other parallel device......................................................... 80
To connect an external keyboard or mouse........................................................... 80
To connect a USB device...................................................................................... 80
To connect an audio device................................................................................... 81
To use an external monitor.................................................................................... 82
To use a TV set as a monitor................................................................................. 83
To connect an IEEE 1394 device.......................................................................... 85
To connect a serial device..................................................................................... 85
To connect an infrared device............................................................................... 85
To use a port replicator ......................................................................................... 87
Installing Additional RAM......................................................................................... 89
To install a RAM expansion module .................................................................... 89
To remove a RAM expansion module .................................................................. 90
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive................................................................................... 91
To replace the hard disk drive............................................................................... 91
To replace the hard disk drive holder.................................................................... 92
To prepare a new hard disk drive.......................................................................... 93
Troubleshooting and Maintenance ............................................................................... 95
Troubleshooting Your Computer................................................................................ 96
Audio Problems..................................................................................................... 96
CD-ROM and DVD Problems.............................................................................. 97
Display Problems.................................................................................................. 99
Hard Disk Drive Problems.................................................................................. 100
Heat Problems..................................................................................................... 101
Infrared Problems................................................................................................ 101
Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems ........................................................... 102
LAN Problems .................................................................................................... 103
Memory Problems...............................................................................................104
Modem Problems................................................................................................ 104
PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems............................................................................ 107
Performance Problems........................................................................................ 108
Port Replicator Problems .................................................................................... 109
Power and Battery Problems............................................................................... 109
Printing Problems................................................................................................ 111
Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems..................................................................... 112
Startup Problems................................................................................................. 113
Wireless Problems............................................................................................... 114
Testing the Hardware................................................................................................ 116
To run the e-Diagtools diagnostic test ................................................................ 116
Configuring the Computer........................................................................................ 118
To run the BIOS Setup utility ............................................................................. 118
Reinstalling and Updating Software......................................................................... 122
To recover the factory installation of your hard disk.......................................... 122
To replace a damaged Recovery CD or DVD..................................................... 123
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To update the BIOS............................................................................................. 123
To update Windows drivers................................................................................ 124
HP Support and Service............................................................................................... 125
Getting Assistance for Your Computer..................................................................... 126
To get help from the Web ................................................................................... 126
To contact HP for support or service .................................................................. 126
To receive repair service..................................................................................... 128
To prepare your computer for shipment.............................................................. 129
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement......................................................... 130
Reference Information................................................................................................. 133
Hardware Specifications........................................................................................... 134
Modem Reference Information................................................................................. 138
Modem Reference (Conexant)............................................................................ 138
Safety Information.................................................................................................... 145
Power Cords........................................................................................................ 145
Ergonomics ......................................................................................................... 146
Battery Safety...................................................................................................... 146
Laser Safety......................................................................................................... 147
LED Safety.......................................................................................................... 147
Mercury Safety.................................................................................................... 148
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation............................................................. 148
Regulatory Information............................................................................................. 149
U.S.A................................................................................................................... 149
Canada................................................................................................................. 150
European Union .................................................................................................. 151
Japan ................................................................................................................... 153
Russia.................................................................................................................. 154
International........................................................................................................ 154
Index ..............................................................................................................................157
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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook
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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook
Taking Inventory
Taking Inventory
Congratulations! Your notebook computer sets a new standard in personal computing. Although compact and easy to carry, your computer is made with the quality and attention to detail that are the hallmark of Hewlett-Packard.
This manual shows how to set up and operate your computer, as well as what to do if you run into trouble.
What’s in the box?
HP notebook PC.
Battery (installed).
AC adapter and power cord.
Quick Start sheet.
Startup Guide.
Recovery CD or DVD, for restoring Windows and all software included with your
computer.
Microsoft Windows manual.
CD with special software (for models with certain types of drives).
In addition, your HP notebook includes preinstalled software. (The exact software installed depends on your particular notebook model.)
To buy accessories
You can buy accessories for your computer online. For the latest accessories and options, visit the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp.com/notebooks).
HP currently offers accessories, such as the following:
AC adapter.
Replacement hard disk drive module.
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Taking Inventory
RAM modules for expanding memory.
Battery.
Port replicator.
To find more information
The following table lists other sources of information about your computer and related products.
Source Description and Location
Startup Guide
Online
Reference
Guide
Online HP Notes For late-breaking information available after the manuals were completed, see the
Microsoft Windows manual
HP Notebook Web Site
HP Business Support Web Site
This printed manual introduces your computer. It also contains setup instructions, basic operation guidelines, troubleshooting information, and warranty information.
The full
complete source for operating and maintaining the computer. Look in the online HP Library, or on the and Support Center.
HP Notes in the online HP Library, or on the This is shipped with your computer and contains information about using the version
of Microsoft Windows shipped with your computer. www.hp.com/notebooks
www.europe.hp.com/notebooks (European mirror). To select another language, see www.hp.com.
www.hp.com/go/bizsupport
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Recovery CD
is shipped on the computer’s hard drive, and provides a
or
DVD
in \hp\Library. The HP Library is in the Help
Recovery CD
or
DVD
in \hp\Library.
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Identifying Parts of the Computer
Identifying Parts of the Computer
Front View
1. Computer open/close latch.
2. One-Touch buttons.
3. Keyboard status lights.
4. Power button. Turns the computer on and off.
5. Touch pad, scroll pad, click buttons, plus on-off button.
6. Main status lights (left to right): power mode, battery, hard disk activity.
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7. Built-in microphone*.
8. Infrared port*.
9. Wireless on-off button and indicator light*.
10. Battery.
11. CD-ROM, DVD, or other drive.
12. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter).
* on certain models
Back View
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook
Identifying Parts of the Computer
13. AC adapter jack.
14. Two universal serial bus ports (USB).
15. LAN port*.
16. S-video port*.
17. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device.
18. Serial port (COM1). Use this port for a serial mouse, modem, printer, or other serial device.
19. External monitor port.
20. Kensington lock slot (security connector).
21. Modem port*.
22. PC Card and CardBus slot and button (certain models have two slots and two buttons).
23. IEEE 1394 port*.
24. Audio jacks (left to right): external microphone, audio out (headphones).
25. Volume control*.
26. Audio mute button and audio mute light*.
27. Floppy disk drive*.
* on certain models
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Bottom View
28. Hard disk drive.
29. Battery latch.
30. RAM cover.
31. Reset button.
32. Docking port*.
33. Mini-PCI cover (no user parts inside).
* on certain models
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Identifying Parts of the Computer
Status Lights
The computer includes a number of status lights that report power and battery status, drive activity, and keyboard functions such as Caps Lock and Num Lock.
The following diagram shows the main status lights on the front of the computer.
1. Power mode.
On: the computer is on (even if the display is off).
Blinking: the computer is in Standby mode.
Off: the computer is off or in Hibernate mode.
2. Hard disk drive activity.
On: computer is accessing the hard disk drive.
3. Battery status.
Green: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged.
Amber: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging.
Blinking: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is missing or has a fault.
Off: the AC adapter is not connected.
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The keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks.
1. Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active.
2. Num Lock. Num Lock is active. (The Keypad Lock must also be on to use the
embedded keypad.)
3. Keypad Lock. The embedded keypad is active (Fn+F8). Num Lock must also be on
for the numeric keys—otherwise, cursor control is active (as marked on an external keyboard).
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Setting Up Your Computer
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook
Setting Up Your Computer
WARNING
WARNING
Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library, or visit our ergonomics Web site, www.hp.com/ergo. For a summary about working with a notebook computer, see
“Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC” on page 42.
If you are using your notebook computer as your primary computer, or using it for extended periods, you should use it with a full-size keyboard, monitor, and mouse. HP docking accessories offer quick, easy connections to these devices. This can reduce the risk of ergonomic injury. See Working in Comfort in the online HP Library.
When you set up your computer for the first time, you’ll install and charge the battery, connect the AC adapter, turn on the computer, and run the Windows setup program.
Step 1: Install the battery
Do not mutilate or puncture batteries. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, or they can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Rechargeable batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Your computer is shipped with the battery installed. If the battery has been removed, you should install it:
1. Turn the computer upside down.
2. Insert the connector end of the battery into the battery compartment and slide it in
until it latches.
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To remove the battery
1. Before removing the battery, do one of the following:
Shut down the computer or put it into Hibernate mode, or
Plug in the AC adapter.
2. Slide the battery’s release latch, and then slide the battery out of its compartment.
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Step 2: Connect AC power
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Setting Up Your Computer
CAUTION
Important
Use only the HP AC adapter included with your computer (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the computer).
If “75W” is printed below the AC adapter socket on the computer, do not use a 60­watt, 3.16-amp adapter, such as HP F1454A or F1781A, and do not use DC adapter accessories F1455A and F2297A.
Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the computer or adapter and may void your warranty (see "Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement" on page 130).
Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect the power cord to the AC adapter,
then plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The computer’s battery then starts charging.
When unplugging the power cord, unplug it from the outlet before unplugging it from the AC adapter.
While the battery is charging, you can continue with step 3.
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Step 3: Connect a phone line
If your computer does not include a built-in modem, you can skip this step. Also, if you prefer, you can instead connect to a PC Card modem or an external modem.
1. Make sure the telephone line is an analog line, sometimes called a data line. (You
must not use a digital line.)
2. Connect the telephone cord into a telephone jack. If the plug on the phone cord
doesn’t fit the jack, you may need to use an adapter.
3. Plug the other end of the phone cord into the built-in modem.
For details about using the modem, see “Using the Modem” on page 56.
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Step 4: Turn on the computer
Press the power button above the left side of the keyboard. The computer then boots
up, and Windows starts automatically.
Hint
If your computer does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery may be out of power. Plug in the AC adapter and press the power button again. Leave the AC
adapter plugged in for at least an hour—or 2–3 hours to charge it fully.
Step 5: Set up Windows
Your notebook computer has Microsoft Windows preinstalled on its hard disk drive. The first time you turn on your computer, the Windows Setup program runs automatically so you can customize your setup.
1. Follow the Setup program’s instructions as they appear on the screen. If the program
prompts you to enter the Product ID code, you will find this code on the bottom of the computer.
2. If your computer has a modem, check the modem’s country or region settings: click
Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Phone and Modem Options, and then click Edit on the Dialing Rules tab.
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Setting Up Your Computer
Step 6: Register your notebook
Be sure to register your computer. Registering is free and fast, and ensures you will receive quicker, more personalized support. The information you provide during registration allows us to provide you with better products and services.
Registering your computer does the following:
Records your ownership of the computer with Hewlett-Packard and provides access
to service, support, and information.
Records your ownership of the Windows XP operating system with Microsoft. If you decide not to register during Windows setup, choose the option to print the
registration form, and then fax it to HP at the fax number on the form. Or you can register
by calling HP Customer Care—see “To contact HP for support or service”on page 126 to find the phone number.
To connect to the Internet
If you are connected to a wired or wireless LAN with Internet access or your computer has a modem (built-in, PC Card, or external), you can connect to the Internet. For details, see “Using the Modem” on page 56, “Connecting to a LAN” on page 63, or “Making Wireless Network Connections” on page 64.
What to do next
If you’re not familiar with Windows XP, click Start, Tour Windows XP, or check the
Windows manual to discover what’s new.
See the online Reference Guide to learn more about using and maintaining your
computer—click Start, Help and Support, HP Library.
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Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
Operating Your Computer
Operating Your Computer
You can start and stop your computer using its power button. However, at certain times
you may want to use other methods to start or stop the computer—depending on power considerations, types of active connections, and start-up time.
To turn the computer on and off
Power mode To enter this mode On mode
Power mode status light is on.
Standby mode
Saves significant power. Turns off the display and other components. Maintains current session in RAM. Restarts quickly. Restores network connections. Power mode status light is blinking.
Hibernate mode
Saves maximum power. Saves current session to disk, then shuts down. Restores network connections. Power mode status light is off.
Shut down (off)
Saves maximum power. Turns off without saving current session. At startup, resets everything, starts a new session, and restores network connections. Power mode status light is off.
To turn on: Press the power button to restart, or to resume your session from Standby or Hibernate mode.
You can also customize the way these power modes work. See “How the computer manages power automatically” on page 48.
Press the power button.
Press the power button
–or– click Start, Turn Off Computer, Stand By –or– allow timeout.
Press Fn+F12 –or– allow timeout.
Click Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off –or– press the power button for 4 seconds (only if the Start menu procedure doesn’t work).
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To reset the computer
Occasionally, you may find that Windows or the computer has stopped responding, and will not let you turn the computer off. If this happens, try the following in the order listed.
If possible, shut down Windows: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, and then click Shut Down,
Restart.
–or, if this fails–
Press the power button for 4 seconds until the display shuts down, and then press the
power button again to restart. –or, if this fails–
Insert the tip of a ballpoint pen into the reset button on the bottom of the computer,
and then press the power button to restart.
To reset the computer while it’s docked in a port replicator, you can press the reset button on the left side of the port replicator.
To change the boot device
The computer normally boots from its internal hard disk. You can also boot the computer from a floppy disk drive, a CD-ROM drive, or an internal network interface card.
1. Click Start, Turn Off Computer, Restart.
2. When the HP logo appears, press ESC to display the Boot menu.
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3. Use the arrow keys to select the boot device, and press ENTER. If you want to boot from a specific device whenever it is present, change the boot order
using the BIOS Setup utility—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 118.
To use the touch pad
The touch pad includes an on-off button so you can turn off the touch pad to avoid moving the pointer accidentally, such as by touching the pad while typing. The indicator light turns off when you turn off the touch pad.
1. Click buttons. The click buttons work like the left and right buttons on a standard
mouse.
2. Touch pad (touch-sensitive pointing device).
3. Touch pad on-off button and indicator light.
4. Scroll pad. The scroll pad scrolls the contents of the active window.
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Moving and selecting
1. Place your hands in a normal typing position.
2. Move a thumb or finger across the touch pad in the direction you want the pointer to
move.
3. Use the left and right click buttons, which function like the left and right buttons on a
mouse, to make your selection:
To open an application, move the pointer over the icon and double-click the left
button.
To make menu selections, move the pointer to the menu item and click the left
button.
To open the shortcut menu for an item, move the pointer over the item and click
the right button.
To drag an item, move the pointer over the item. Then press and hold the left
button while you move the pointer to the new location, and release the button.
In addition, you can tap the touch pad to select items and use other advanced touch pad features. For more information, double-click the touch pad icon in the taskbar, and then click Help in the tab for a particular feature.
You can use Mouse in Control Panel or the touch pad icon in the taskbar to customize the
operation of your computer’s pointing devices (touch pad and external mouse): you can change the left, right, and scroll pad actions, double-click speed, pointer speed, and more.
Scrolling with the scroll pad
Move your finger down the scroll pad to scroll down through the contents of a
window. Move your finger up the scroll pad to scroll up.
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To use the Fn hot keys
The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a shortcut key
sequence—for various system controls. To use a hot key, press and hold Fn, press the appropriate second key, and then release both keys.
This hot key Does this
Fn+F1 Decreases the display brightness. Fn+F2 Increases the display brightness. Fn+F5
Fn+F8 Toggles the built-in keypad on and off. Does not affect an external keyboard. If Num
Fn+F12 Enters Hibernate mode. Fn+NumLock Toggles Scroll Lock on and off. Fn+Page Up Increases the audio volume and cancels the mute setting. Fn+Page Down Decreases the audio volume. Fn+Backspace Mutes the audio output.
Toggles among the built-in display, an external display, and simultaneous display on both.
Lock is on, then the numeric functions are active; otherwise, cursor control is active (as marked on an external keyboard).
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Operating Your Computer
To use the One-Touch buttons
Your computer includes five One-Touch buttons that can start any application or open a document or Web site with a single press.
Press the One-Touch button to open the corresponding application, document, or
Web site.
Your computer is preconfigured to access the following services:
1. Microsoft Outlook Express e-mail software.
2. HP TV Now—see “To use a TV set as a monitor” on page 83.
3. Microsoft Internet Explorer.
4. HP Quick Lock—see “To lock your computer” on page 39.
5. Microsoft Media Player.
–or– Online notebook information.
To reprogram a One-Touch button
1. Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP One-Touch, HP One-
Touch Configuration.
2. On the One-Touch tab, click the button you want to reprogram.
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3. Type a label for the button, and then select the application, document, folder, or Web
site you want the button to open.
4. If you want a label to appear onscreen when you press a One-Touch button, select that
option on the Onscreen Display tab.
To use the Windows and Applications keys
The Windows key brings up the Windows Start menu. This is the same as clicking the Start button on the taskbar.
The Applications key brings up the shortcut menu for the current application. This is the same menu that appears when you right-click while pointing at the application.
This key combination Does this
Windows key+E Runs Windows Explorer. Windows key+F1 Runs Windows Help. Windows key+F Runs Windows Find: Search. Windows key+M Minimizes all displayed windows. Shift+Windows key+M Returns all minimized windows to original size. Windows key+R Runs the Windows Run dialog box.
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Operating Your Computer
To use the embedded keypad
Your computer’s built-in keyboard includes an embedded keypad you can use to type numbers and arithmetic operators. The keys in this keypad are marked using light blue characters.
Press Fn+F8 to turn on the embedded keypad.
Hold Fn while typing a key to turn the embedded keypad on temporarily.
When the embedded keypad is active, you can use Num Lock to change how the keypad functions:
Num Lock on: the keys enter the numbers and arithmetic operators printed in light
gold on the keyboard.
Num Lock off: the keys act as cursor control keys, as marked on an external
keyboard.
To use the ALT GR key
Non-U.S. keyboards have an ALT GR key to the right of the spacebar. This is a shift key that provides access to certain special keyboard characters.
For a character in the lower-right corner of a key, press and hold ALT GR to type the
character.
1. Shifted.
2. Unshifted.
3. ALT GR.
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Operating Your Computer
To adjust the display
Changing the brightness
Press Fn+F1 or Fn+F2 to decrease or increase (respectively) the display’s brightness.
–or–
Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings. You
have the option of adding a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access.
To maximize your battery operating time, set the brightness to the lowest level you can view comfortably.
Changing display settings
You can customize a number of display settings for your computer, such as color depth and screen area.
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display.
2. Click the Settings tab, and then choose the settings you want. The computer has an LCD display, which behaves differently from a normal computer
monitor. If you change the display resolution, the desktop changes size, but the objects on it do not. You normally won’t change the resolution except to use an external monitor.
Changing icon and label sizes
If the icons and labels on your screen seem too small, you can enlarge them using HP Desktop Zoom.
Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, HP Desktop Zoom, HP Desktop Zoom.
Using an external monitor
If you want, you can attach an external monitor to your notebook computer. See “To use an external monitor” on page 82.
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Operating Your Computer
To adjust the volume
To increase or decrease the volume
Press Fn+PageUp or Fn+PageDown.
Press the back or front half of the volume control on the left side of the computer
(certain models).
Click the speaker icon in the taskbar (if not present, see Windows Help), and drag the
volume control bar up or down.
To mute the audio
You can mute the audio output without changing the volume setting. This feature is handy when you want to block all speaker output regardless of what your computer is doing.
Press Fn+Backspace.
Press the audio mute button on the left side of the computer (certain models). The
button lights when audio is muted.
Click the speaker icon in the taskbar (if not present, see Windows Help), and click
Mute.
To change computer settings for a presentation
When you show a presentation to an audience, you’ll often want to adjust some of your video and power settings for the show. You can easily do this with HP Presentation Ready, an application that automatically adjusts your computer for slide shows and similar presentations, and also opens the presentation itself. Once the presentation is through, HP Presentation Ready automatically returns your computer to its normal settings.
To prepare for the presentation
1. Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, HP Presentation Ready, Configure.
–or– Click the HP Presentation Ready icon in the taskbar (if present), and then click
Configure.
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2. Select the presentation you want to show. If you don’t select one, you can choose one
when you start the show.
3. If you want to change the video or power settings for the show, click Settings.
To show the presentation
Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, HP Presentation Ready, Start
Presentation. –or– Click the HP Presentation Ready icon in the taskbar (if present), and then click Start
Presentation. To adjust settings during the presentation, click the taskbar icon and choose Configure. To end the presentation and restore the computer’s normal settings, close the presentation
application or click the taskbar icon and choose Stop Presentation.
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Using CDs or DVDs
To insert or remove a CD or DVD
Basic Operation
Using CDs or DVDs
CAUTION
Do not remove a CD or DVD while the computer is reading it. Otherwise, the computer could stop responding and you could lose data.
Be sure to press the CD or DVD onto the spindle. You can damage the disk or drive if you just lay it on the tray.
1. Press the button on the face of the CD-ROM or DVD drive. If you are using this drive
for the first time, be sure to remove the cardboard packing insert.
2. Place the CD or DVD into the drive (label facing up) and gently press down to seat it
on the spindle.
–or–
Remove the CD or DVD.
3. Slide the tray back into the module to close it.
If your computer loses power, you can manually open the drive to remove a CD. Insert a straightened paper clip into the recessed hole on the front of the drive to open it.
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Using CDs or DVDs
To play DVD movies
If your computer came with a DVD drive, it also includes DVD player software that lets you play DVD movies.
Click Start, All Programs, Multimedia, DVD Player, InterVideo WinDVD. You can also use Windows Media Player to play DVD movies.
To play DVD movies on a TV, see “To use a TV set as a monitor” on page 83.
For best performance while playing movies on battery power, set the Control Panel power scheme to Portable/Laptop. See “How the computer manages power automatically” on page 48.
Important
DVDs can have regional codes embedded in the disc data. These codes prevent DVD movies from being played outside the region of the world in which they are sold. If you get a region code error, you are trying to play a DVD intended for a different region.
Most DVD drives let you change the region code only a limited number of times (usually no more than four). When you reach this limit, your last change to the region code will be hard-coded on the DVD drive, and will be permanent. Your HP warranty does not cover the expense of correcting this situation. Refer to the help for your DVD player software for details about setting region codes.
To create or copy CDs
If your computer came with a CD-RW drive, it also includes software that lets you copy or create CDs.
Click Start, All Programs, Multimedia, CD Writer, RecordNow, RecordNow. You can use Windows Media Player to create audio CDs, and Windows Explorer to
create data CDs using a CD-RW drive. Refer to the software’s help for details about creating or copying CDs. HP recommends
using HP C4403A (CD-R) or C4404A (CD-RW) media—read and write quality may vary for other media.
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Securing Your Computer
To set up password protection
You can protect your computer from access by another user when you set up password protection, which is available through Windows and through the BIOS Setup utility. For complete protection, set passwords in Windows as well as through BIOS Setup.
To cancel password protection, set an empty password.
BIOS Setup Utility
1. Click Start, Turn Off Computer, Restart.
2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup.
3. From the Security menu, enter or modify the Administrator Password or User
Password as needed. See “Security Menu” on page 120.
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4. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup.
Windows XP
1. Click Start, Control Panel, User Accounts, and then select your account.
2. Click Create a Password, and then set the password.
3. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power Options.
4. On the Advanced tab, select the option to prompt for a password when the computer
leaves Standby mode. To protect your computer when you’re not using it, see “To lock your computer” below.
To lock your computer
To protect against unauthorized access while your computer is running, lock the computer before leaving it unattended, or set up a screen saver with a password in Control Panel Display. You can lock the computer these ways:
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Securing Your Computer
Press the HP Quick Lock button—the five One-Touch buttons are located above the
keyboard.
–or–
Press CTRL+ALT+DEL and click Lock Computer. This option may not be available
in all configurations. To unlock the computer, follow your normal logon steps.
To attach a security cable
Your computer includes a built-in connector you can use to secure the computer with a cable and a lock (such as the Kensington MicroSaver lock system, available at many computer stores).
1. Wrap the cable around a secure object, such as a table leg.
2. Loop the cable to create a slip knot around the stationary object, and make sure it
can’t slip off.
3. Insert the lock into the security connector on the left side of the computer and release
the key. Store the key in a safe place away from the computer.
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CAUTION
Basic Operation
Securing Your Computer
To protect against viruses
Virus-protection software can help protect the integrity of your data. This is especially important if you use the Web.
Your computer comes equipped with Norton AntiVirus software. You can get detailed
instructions from the software’s online Help.
To lock the hard disk drive
The computer enables you to lock its internal hard disk drive to help keep your information secure. Hard disk drive lock does not protect a second hard disk drive installed in the module bay.
When you enable hard disk drive lock, the current BIOS user password (or administrator password if that is the only password set) is encoded on the hard disk drive.
If you move the hard disk drive to another computer, you can’t access the drive until you set the user (or administrator) password to match the drive’s password. After you
match the drive’s password, you can change the computer (and drive) password. If you forget the password, you cannot recover your data.
1. Click Start, Turn Off Computer, Restart.
2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility.
3. From the Security menu, enable Password Required to Boot.
4. From the Security menu, enable Internal hard disk drive lock.
5. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup.
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Basic Operation
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC
WARNING
Note
Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For more information about reducing your risk, visit our ergonomics Web site at www.hp.com/ergo—or see Working in Comfort in the
online HP Library.
You can use your HP notebook computer virtually anywhere, anytime. The following recommendations should help you work more comfortably.
If you are using your portable computer as your primary computer, or using it for extended periods, you should use it with a full-size keyboard, monitor, and mouse. This will give your portable computer the adjustability and comfort features of a desktop unit. HP docking accessories offer quick, easy connections to these devices. More information on how to prepare your workspace environment and set up your HP equipment is available in Working in Comfort, which is preloaded on the hard disk in the HP Library, and also available at www.hp.com/ergo.
Your Mobile Work Environment
Use a chair that provides good support for your lower back. If an adjustable chair is
not available, you can use a pillow or rolled-up towel to provide lower back support.
Try to keep your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet flat on the floor. In a mobile
environment, you can do this by using a phone book or briefcase to support your feet.
Adjust the height of either your work surface or chair to keep your arms in a neutral
position. Your arms should be relaxed and loose, elbows at your sides, with the
forearms and hands parallel with the floor.
Position your notebook computer display to minimize glare and reflection. For
example, on an airplane, lower the window shade, or in a hotel room, draw the
curtains. You also should maintain a comfortable viewing distance–approximately 40
to 60 cm (16 to 24 inches). Adjust the angle of your display to help keep your head
angled slightly downward in a comfortable position.
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Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC
Using Your Mobile Computer
Position the computer so your wrists and hands are in a neutral position. Your wrists
should be as straight as possible and should not have to bend sideways or more than
10 degrees up or down. If your notebook computer does not have a built-in palm rest,
you can use a rolled-up towel.
Try to type as lightly as possible. The notebook keyboard requires little force to
activate.
Take frequent, short rest breaks–this is especially important in a mobile computing
environment.
Portable computers weigh between approximately 1.4 and 3.7 kilos (3 and 8 pounds).
When traveling, be sure to carry your computer properly to minimize strain on your
body. Shift the bag containing your notebook equipment frequently between your left
and right hands and shoulders.
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Basic Operation
Taking Care of Your Computer
Taking Care of Your Computer
Use the following recommendations to maintain your computer during everyday use and prevent potential physical damage or data loss.
To protect your hard disk drive
Hard disk drives, as well as other internal components, are not indestructible and can be damaged by inappropriate handling and operation.
Avoid bumps or jolts.
Do not operate the computer while traveling over bumpy terrain.
Suspend or shut down the computer before transporting it. This turns off the hard
drive. A drop of a few inches onto a rigid surface while the hard drive is operating
could destroy data or damage the drive.
Carry the computer in a padded case to protect against bumps and jolts.
Set down the computer gently.
To maintain your computer
Provide adequate ventilation around the computer. Always set the computer on a flat
surface, so that air can flow freely around and underneath it.
Always shut down the computer or put it in Hibernate mode before putting it in a
carrying case or other enclosed space.
Do not pick up or carry the computer by its display.
Observe the temperature limits and other specifications listed in “Hardware
Specifications” on page 134. Do not use the computer outside in the rain or snow
(inclement weather). If the computer is cold, warm it gradually to avoid condensation.
Maintain your battery for best performance—see “To get the most from your
batteries” on page 52.
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Taking Care of Your Computer
To safeguard your data
Do not use a pointing device or activate any other device that interrupts operation
while the system is starting or stopping.
Back up your work regularly. Copy files to floppy, CD-RW, or network drives.
Use a virus-scanning program (such as the Norton AntiVirus program included with
your computer) to check the integrity of your files and operating system. Since new
viruses appear frequently, you will also want to update the program’s virus definitions
from time to time; updates are on the Web at www.symantec.com for Norton
AntiVirus.
Check your disk using the Tools tab in the disk’s Properties window.
To extend the life of the display
Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1).
When working at your desk, connect an external monitor and turn off the internal
display (Fn+F5).
If you are not using an external monitor, set the Turn off monitor timeouts (for both
AC and battery operation) to the shortest comfortable interval.
Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the computer from
changing to Display-off or Standby mode after a timeout period. If you use a screen
saver, enable the option to shut off the display after a time delay.
Do not disable Display-off or Standby timeouts.
If you are using AC power and have no external monitor attached, put the computer in
Standby mode when not in use.
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Basic Operation
Taking Care of Your Computer
To clean your computer
You can clean the computer with a soft cloth dampened with clean water or with
water containing a mild detergent. Do not use an excessively wet cloth, and take care
to keep water out of the case.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, especially on the display. Do not apply any cleaner
directly to the display. Instead, apply the cleaner to a soft cloth and then gently wipe
the display.
You can clean the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner to remove accumulated dust.
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Batteries and Power Management
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Managing Power Consumption
Managing Power Consumption
When you’re running your computer on battery power, you will want to maximize operating time without compromising performance. Your computer is designed to help you reduce power consumption and extend battery life without needing to turn it off.
During idle periods, the computer automatically enters power-saving modes after
specified timeout periods. You can adjust these timeouts to suit your working habits.
You can manually send the computer into a power-saving mode at any time by
pressing the appropriate key—see “To manage power manually” on page 50.
How the computer manages power automatically
Your computer automatically enters Hibernate mode and Standby mode, and turns off the hard disk and display based on values set in Power Options in Control Panel.
Automatic action Occurs after… To resume… Turns off hard disk.
Turns off the hard disk drive. This is usually set to occur shortly after the display is turned off.
Turns off display.
Turns off the display to conserve battery power and extend the life of the display.
Enters Standby mode.
Maintains your current session in RAM, and turns off the display and other components to conserve battery power.
Enters Hibernate mode.
Saves your current session to the hard disk, and then turns off the computer.
The hard disk is not accessed for the specified interval.
No keyboard, pointing device, or other input activity occurs for the specified interval.
No pointing devices are used, no disk drive is accessed, and no port (serial, parallel, or IR) is active for the specified interval.
The computer stays in Standby mode for the specified interval.
Begin using the computer: the hard disk turns on when needed.
Press any key or move a pointing device to turn on the display.
Press the power button to return to your current session.
Press the power button to restore your previous session.
CAUTION
Make a habit of saving your work before allowing your computer to enter Standby mode. If power is interrupted while the computer is in Standby mode, any information that was not saved will be lost.
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Managing Power Consumption
The computer can also enter Hibernate mode if battery power reaches a critically low
level. (See “To respond to a low-battery warning” on page 52.) If this happens, you will find on resuming that all your data has been saved, but some functions may be disabled. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery, and then shut the computer off and restart it.
Changing timeout settings and creating power schemes
You can adjust the periods of non-use after which your computer automatically shuts down components or enters a power-saving mode. You can also save these settings as a power scheme.
1. Open Power Options in Control Panel: click Start, Control Panel, Performance and
Maintenance, Power Options.
2. Click the Power Schemes tab, and enter the settings you want. If you don’t want a
particular timeout to occur, set the value to Never. See Windows Help for details.
If you want to save the settings as a power scheme, click Save As and enter a name
for the scheme.
Do not disable Hibernate support in the Power settings, or you will lose any
unsaved data if the computer’s battery runs down completely.
Managing CPU power
If your computer contains a multispeed processor with AMD PowerNow! or Intel SpeedStep Technology, the processor can automatically switch to lower, power-saving speeds or to higher-performance speeds according to the workload.
You can customize CPU speed to best suit your working environment: click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power Options. On the Power Schemes tab, select a power scheme. This scheme automatically controls the processor speeds:
The Max Battery scheme uses the lowest processor speeds while running on battery
power, but uses low and high processor speeds on AC power.
The Portable/Laptop option uses low and high processor speeds on battery and AC
power.
The Presentation option uses the lowest processor speeds on battery power, but uses
low and high processor speeds on AC power. See Windows Help for additional information about power schemes.
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Managing Power Consumption
To manage power manually
In addition to allowing the computer to enter its power-saving modes automatically, you can also put it into any of the following three modes whenever you need to.
Power mode Does this… Use when… To enter this mode… Standby Maintains your current
session in RAM, and turns off the display and other components.
Hibernate Saves the current session to
disk, and then shuts down. Provides maximum power savings while still allowing you to recover the current session.
Off Turns off your computer,
providing maximum power savings. The current session will not be saved, and any unsaved data will be lost.
You will be away from your computer for up to several hours.
You will be away from your computer for a day or more, but want to continue your session.
You’re done with your work.
Press the power button
–or– click Start, Turn Off Computer, Stand By.
Press Fn+F12.
Click Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off –or– press the power button (only if the Start menu procedure doesn’t work).
You can also turn off the display by closing the lid.
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Using Battery Power
To check battery status
From the battery status light
You computer has a battery status light—see “Status Lights” on page 17.
From the Windows taskbar
The Windows taskbar can display a power icon that provides detailed battery status information (see Windows Help for details). The icon looks like a battery when AC is not connected.
Place the pointer over the power icon to display the remaining battery charge. This
value is shown as either a percentage of charge remaining, or as time remaining.
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Using Battery Power
Double-click the power icon to open the Battery Meter window.
From the Windows Control Panel
Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power Options, and then
click the Power Meter tab to see the battery status. The Alarms and Advanced tabs
provide additional Windows’ power-information options.
On the battery
1. Remove the battery from the computer—see “Step 1: Install the battery” on page 19.
2. Press the contact pad on the side of the battery. The number of lights that turn on
indicates the remaining charge (each light represents 20% of a full charge).
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Using Battery Power
To respond to a low-battery warning
The computer automatically alerts you when the battery power drops to a critically low level. The computer first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. Then, if you do not restore power within a short time, the computer goes into Hibernate mode.
Once the computer enters Hibernate mode in this way, you won’t be able to turn it on again until you restore power by doing one of the following:
Replace the battery with a charged one. See “Step 1: Install the battery” on page 19.
Plug in the AC adapter. See “Step 2: Connect AC power” on page 21.
If you plug in the AC adapter, you can continue to work while your battery recharges.
To recharge the battery
CAUTION
The AC adapter is normally warm whenever plugged into an AC outlet. The
computer is normally warm while recharging. Don’t recharge the computer in a briefcase or other confined space, or its battery could overheat.
Plug the AC adapter into the computer.
To get the longest operating time, wait until the battery’s charge is below 50% before recharging, and then charge it fully (100%). Charging can take up to approximately 2 hours. If you continue working while the battery charges, the charging time may increase to 3 hours.
A fully charged battery can operate the computer for up to 2 to 3 hours, depending on your computer’s model, power management settings, and level of use.
To get the most from your batteries
Follow these suggestions to make your battery’s power last as long as possible.
Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a CD-ROM or DVD drive, or any
external connections such as a PC Card or a modem.
Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1).
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Using Battery Power
Put the computer in Standby mode whenever you are not using it for a short while:
press the power button, or click Start, Turn Off Computer, Standby.
Put the computer in Hibernate mode whenever you want to save your current session,
but will not be using the computer for a day or more: press Fn+F12.
Set the automatic timeout settings to emphasize saving power. If your computer has a
multispeed processor, use the lower speed on battery power (the default settings
conserve battery power)—see “How the computer manages power automatically” on
page 48.
If your computer has a wireless on-off button, turn off the wireless function when
you’re not using it. Press the wireless on-off button so the light turns off.
If your model has technology code KB (shown on the serial number label), check that
the display is using the Powerplay option. In Control Panel Display, on the Settings
tab click Advanced, and then on the Powerplay tab check whether Powerplay is
enabled. This allows the computer to save power when it’s not needed by the display.
If you have an I/O PC Card—that is, a PC Card having an external connection, such
as a network card—remove it when you’re not using it. Some I/O cards use
significant power even while they’re inactive.
If you work with an application that uses the serial port or an I/O PC Card, exit the
application when you finish using it. In addition, follow these suggestions to extend the life of your batteries.
Do not leave batteries unused for long periods. If you have more than one, rotate
them.
If you normally use AC power, make a practice of using the battery as your power
source at least once a week.
Unplug the AC adapter when the computer is not in use.
To preserve the life of a battery, be sure to charge it regularly.
For long-term storage, the battery must be charged 20–50% to minimize capacity loss
by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance.
To maintain maximum battery capacity and accuracy of the battery gauge, perform
this calibration procedure every few months:
1. Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Battery Optimizer.
2. Follow the displayed instructions to test and condition your battery. The process
could take 4–6 hours or more per battery. You can use the computer during the process. If you interrupt the process, the battery might be left with a low charge.
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Modem and Network Connections
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Modem and Network Connections
Using the Modem
Using the Modem
If your computer has a modem port, you can connect your modem to a telephone line and communicate with other computers throughout the world. You can explore the Internet, send and receive e-mail messages, and use your PC to send and receive faxes. Your computer contains several software programs that work with your modem:
Internet Explorer, for browsing the World Wide Web
Outlook Express, for sending and receiving e-mail messages
Windows XP Fax Console software for sending and receiving faxes
The modem is a high-speed 56-Kbps modem. 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.
The maximum speed for faxing is 14.4 Kbps. Even though the modem is capable of downloading at 56 Kbps, your ISP or modem network may not operate at this speed or support this technology. Please check with your service provider for information on its capabilities. Furthermore, download transmission rates depend on the condition of the telephone line.
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To connect the modem
Modem and Network Connections
Using the Modem
CAUTION
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack.
1. Check that the telephone line is an analog line, sometimes called a data line. (You
must not use a digital line.)
2. Connect a telephone cord with an RJ-11 plug into a telephone jack. If the plug on the
phone cord doesn’t fit the jack, you may need to use an adapter.
3. Plug the other end of the phone cord into the built-in modem.
4. Check your modem’s country or region settings: click Start, Control Panel, Printers
and Other Hardware, Phone and Modem Options.
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.
Special restrictions in certain countries
Many countries impose a blackout period after a modem repeatedly fails to connect to
a service provider. The number of failed attempts and the period you must wait before
trying again differ from country to country: check with your telephone company.
For example, if you are dialing from Italy and fail to connect to your server or cancel
the connection, you must wait one minute before dialing that number again. If you
dial before then, you will get an error message that says “delay.” After the fourth
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Using the Modem
failed connection, you must wait one hour before trying the number again. If you dial
before the hour is up, you will get a message that says “black list.”
When using a modem in the Republic of South Africa, an external surge protector
may be necessary in order to prevent computer damage by lightning or other electrical
surges. Connect any approved surge protector to the modem cable whenever you are
using the modem.
To connect to the Internet
Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
Before you can connect to the Internet, you need to set up an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). For some countries and models, Hewlett-Packard provides easy Internet signup so that you can connect quickly to an ISP.
1. Connect your built-in modem—see the previous topic. (If your computer does not
have a built-in modem, you can instead use a PC Card modem or an external modem.)
2. If available, double-click the Connect to the Internet or Easy Internet Signup icon on
the desktop. This launches the Internet Connection or New Connection wizard, which
helps you locate an ISP in your area, transfer an existing Internet account to this
computer, or set up an Internet connection manually.
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If available, click Start, All Programs, Online Services, or click Start, All Programs,
Easy Internet Signup, and select one of the listed ISPs. This begins the registration
process for the ISP you choose.
Connecting to the Internet
1. Double-click the Internet Explorer icon on the desktop. For your first connection,
you’ll be prompted for information about your connection.
2. Click the Connect button in the Dial-up Connection or Network Connections window. To display an icon for your connection, open Network Connections in Control Panel,
right-click the connection, select Properties, and select the icon option.
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To disconnect from the Internet
You remain connected to the Internet until you shut down the computer, disconnect the phone line from the computer, or give a command to hang up the connection.
Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections, Network Connections,
and then right-click the connection and select Disconnect.
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Double-click the connect icon in the taskbar, and click Disconnect. (You can enable
this icon as described in “To connect to the Internet,” above.)
To dial in to a network
You can use the modem to dial in to a LAN (local area network) that supports dial-in connections. This gives you access to network resources from a remote location.
See Windows Help for information about setting up and using dial-in network
connections—click Start, Help and Support.
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Using the Modem
To change your modem settings
The modem is already set up to be compatible with telephone systems and modems in most areas. However, in some situations, you may have to change modem settings to match local conditions. If you have questions about local requirements, contact your telephone company.
Control Panel. Open Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel to change many
modem settings. On the Modems tab, click Properties to set connection speeds, or on
the Dialing Rules tab click Edit to set dialing options.
Communications software. Many communications applications provide options for
controlling modem settings. See the help for your software.
AT commands. You can control many aspects of modem operation using modem AT
commands. AT commands are special strings of characters sent to the modem to set
up specific conditions. Those command strings normally start with “AT”. For a list of
AT commands for the built-in modem, see “Modem Reference Information” on
page 138.
Open Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel. On the Modems tab, click
Properties. You can type AT commands on the Advanced tab in the space for extra
settings. For example, to force a built-in modem to turn off its speaker, you can use the M0
command as shown in table of AT commands—type ATM0 in the space for extra settings.
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To send and receive e-mail
Sending and receiving e-mail requires an e-mail account with an Internet Service
Provider or with your company’s communications system. If you are using AOL, e-mail services are part of your AOL service. For another ISP, you can use Outlook Express (included with your computer) or an e-mail system of your choice. This topic includes instructions for using Outlook Express.
To start Outlook Express
1. Click Start, All Programs, Outlook Express, or double-click Outlook Express on the
desktop (if available).
2. If you are not currently connected to the Internet, the Dial-up Connection window
appears. Choose Connect to connect to the Internet.
To send an e-mail message
1. In Outlook Express, click the New Mail or Create Mail tool on the toolbar.
2. Fill in the information in the New Message window.
3. When you’re finished, click the Send button.
To receive e-mail messages
1. In Outlook Express, click the Send/Recv tool on the toolbar to have Outlook deliver
new messages.
2. Click the Inbox folder to view the list of messages. Unread messages appear bold on
the screen.
3. To view a message, click it once. (Or double-click to view the message in its own
window.)
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Using the Modem
To send and receive faxes
Sending and receiving faxes requires just a telephone connection—you don’t need an Internet connection. You can use the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer. Fax Console fax software is included with Windows XP.
To set up Fax Console
Before you can use Fax Console, you need to install it.
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Add or Remove Programs.
2. Click Add/Remove Windows Components, select Fax Services, and follow the
instructions on the screen. If prompted for the Windows CD, point instead to the
c:\i386 directory.
To start Fax Console
Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Communications, Fax, Fax Console. The first time you start Fax Console, the Fax Configuration Wizard steps you through the
process of setting options and customizing the program for your personal use. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you’re not sure which setting to choose, accept the default choice.
To send a fax
Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Communications, Fax, Send a Fax, and then
follow the instructions that appear on the screen. If instead you want to send a document as a fax, open the document in its application
window, and then open the Print dialog box. Change the selected printer to Fax, and then print it.
To receive faxes
Faxes are automatically received when Fax Console is running in an open or minimized window. New faxes are indicated in the status box in the Fax Console window. To receive a fax manually:
When a fax call is coming in, click Receive now on the Fax Console menu bar.
To view and print a fax
1. In the Fax Console tree, click Inbox, and then double-click the fax you want to view.
2. Click the printer icon to print the fax.
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Connecting to a LAN
If your model has a LAN port, you can connect to local area networks (LANs). LANs give you access to network resources, such as printers and file servers on your corporate network, and possibly to the Internet.
To connect to a LAN
1. Check that the existing LAN supports Ethernet 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX
(100 Mbps) connections.
2. Plug the LAN cable (not supplied) into the built-in LAN port. The cable must have an
RJ-45 connector.
3. Windows automatically detects and sets up a LAN connection. To edit settings, open
Network and Dial-up Connections in Control Panel. See Windows Help for information about setting up and using LAN connections—click
Start, Help and Support (or Help). Contact your network administrator for network information.
Modem and Network Connections
Connecting to a LAN
Two lights next to the LAN port indicate the status of the connection:
The yellow light indicates network activity.
The green light indicates a 100 MB per second link.
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Making Wireless Network Connections
If your computer includes a wireless on-off button—located on the right side of the front of the computer—you can connect by radio to an 802.11 wireless local area network (LAN) 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 computer 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.
To prepare for connections
Before you can connect your computer to a particular 802.11 wireless network, you have to configure the computer for the specific wireless connection.
Connecting to an Existing 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 “adhoc” network.
1. Right-click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar, and then select View
Available Wireless Networks from the pop-up menu.
2. A list of available networks appears. Select the network you want, enter the
encryption key if required, and click Connect.
If the network you want is not on the list, click Advanced, Configure, and enter the
required network parameters. If the network is not using 802.1x authentication
protocol, clear the automatic key option.
3. On the General tab, edit network settings as needed for your local network. See your
network administrator. You can also display an icon in the taskbar when connected to
a network.
4. On the Wireless Networks tab, view the wireless networks available within range.
Each network SSID is listed. Click the network you want and click Configure.
5. If the wireless network uses standard encrypted communication, uncheck the
automatic key option, and then select the following parameters—see your network
administrator for the required settings:
Key: ASCII passphrase or hexadecimal key string.
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Key format: ASCII for passphrase, hexadecimal for key string.
Key length: smaller number for 64-bit encryption, larger number for 128-bit.
6. Click OK to save the configuration. This network is added to your list of preferred
networks.
The computer automatically connects to the first preferred network that’s within range if wireless communication is turned on—see “To turn wireless communication on and off” on page 66.
Creating a New Computer-to-Computer Network (AdHoc)
You can set up a new network available to other local computers.
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections, Network Connections.
2. Double-click the wireless connection to show its status, and then click Properties.
3. On the Wireless Networks tab, click Add to create a new network.
4. Type a name for the new network.
5. If you want to use encrypted communication, uncheck the automatic key option, and
then select the following parameters:
Key: ASCII passphrase or hexadecimal key string.
Key format: ASCII for passphrase, hexadecimal for key string.
Key length: smaller number for 64-bit encryption, larger number for 128-bit.
6. Mark the option to make this a computer-to-computer (adhoc) network.
7. Click OK to save the configuration. This network is added to your list of preferred
networks and becomes available to other computers.
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To turn wireless communication on and off
Important
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 computer’s wireless networking.
In Italy, Singapore, and possibly other countries, you may be required to ask the responsible authority for a license paid for by you before using the wireless function.
Turning on communication and making a connection
If your computer has both wireless 802.11 and Bluetooth capabilities, the wireless indicator light on the front of the computer turns on when Bluetooth or 802.11 communication is turned on, but it doesn’t show whether Bluetooth, 802.11, or both functions are active. You must use HP Wireless Configuration to control the individual wireless functions.
1. If the computer isn’t on, turn it on.
2. If you normally press the wireless on-off button on the front of the computer to turn
wireless 802.11 communication on and off, press the button so the indicator light
turns on. This restores your previous wireless configuration.
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Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Wireless Configuration,
then click the 802.11 button to turn on wireless 802.11 communication.
–or–
Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections, Network Connections,
and then double-click the wireless network connection icon.
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If you’re within range of your wireless network, your computer automatically connects. To check the status of your wireless connection, open Network Connections in Control Panel and double-click the connection.
Turning off communication and ending a connection
1. Important: close any files that reside on other network computers.
2. To turn off the wireless 802.11 communication without turning off the computer,
press the wireless on-off button—this also turns off Bluetooth communication if it
was enabled.
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Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Wireless Configuration,
then click the 802.11 button to turn off wireless 802.11 communication—without
affecting Bluetooth communication.
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Right-click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar and select Disable. Suspending or shutting down the computer also turns off the wireless function.
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Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections
If your computer includes Bluetooth wireless capabilities, you can use it to make short­range radio connections to a wireless personal area network (PAN) and access other Bluetooth-compatible devices, such as other computers, cell phones, and printers.
Since the Bluetooth function connects your computer by radio rather than through cables, you can move around and remain connected, and you can detect new Bluetooth devices automatically when they enter your area.
To turn Bluetooth communication on and off
Important
Wireless communication 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 computer’s wireless networking.
In Italy, Singapore, and possibly other countries, you may be required to purchase a license from the responsible authority before using the wireless function.
Turning on Bluetooth communication
The wireless indicator light on the front of the computer turns on when Bluetooth or
802.11 communication is turned on, but it doesn’t show whether Bluetooth, 802.11, or both functions are active. You must use HP Wireless Configuration to control the individual wireless functions.
1. If your computer isn’t on, turn it on.
2. If you normally press the wireless on-off button on the front of the computer to turn
Bluetooth communication on and off, press the button so the indicator light turns on.
This restores your previous wireless configuration.
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Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Wireless Configuration,
then click the Bluetooth button to turn on Bluetooth communication.
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If the HP Wireless Configuration icon is present in the taskbar, double-click the icon,
then click the Bluetooth button to turn on Bluetooth communication.
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Turning off Bluetooth communication
Turning off communication ends any connection you have open.
1. Important: close any files that reside on other network computers.
2. To turn off Bluetooth communication without turning off your computer, press the
wireless on-off button—this also turns off 802.11 communication if it was enabled.
–or–
Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Wireless Configuration,
then click the Bluetooth button to turn off Bluetooth communication—without
affecting 802.11 communication.
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If the HP Wireless Configuration icon is present in the taskbar, double-click the icon,
then click the Bluetooth button to turn off Bluetooth communication—without
affecting 802.11 communication. Turning off the computer or putting it into hibernation also turns off the Bluetooth
function.
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Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections
To prepare for Bluetooth connections
Before you use your computer to access other Bluetooth devices, you should configure some basic settings.
1. Make sure Bluetooth communication is turned on—see the previous topic.
2. Double-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar.
3. In the menu bar, click Bluetooth, Device Configuration. (This menu is available only
while Bluetooth folders are selected.)
4. On the General tab, check the following settings:
Give your computer a unique name that will identify it to other Bluetooth users.
Set the computer type to Laptop.
Select the security mode you want to use.
5. On the Information Exchange tab, check the following settings:
Check the directory you want to make available to other Bluetooth users for sharing
files, both sent and received.
Check the directory where you want to store your business card file so you can easily
send it to other Bluetooth users.
Check the inbox directory where you want delivered files from other Bluetooth users
to be stored automatically. Detailed information about these and other advanced settings are included in the online
help. To create your business card, you can open Microsoft Outlook, then open the address
book and create a new contact. After entering your personal information, click File, Export To vCard File and store the file in your business card directory.
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To send or receive files using Bluetooth
If your computer includes Bluetooth wireless capabilities, it supports the following common protocols for transferring data. To use either protocol, both computers must
support that protocol—check the other computer’s Bluetooth documentation.
FTP, meaning files can be copied into and out of shared directories (folders) by both
computers. This service is equivalent to common network file sharing.
OPP (object push profile), meaning both computers can send certain types of
Microsoft Outlook data to the other computer’s Bluetooth inbox, but cannot retrieve
files from the other computer.
Sharing files with another Bluetooth device (FTP)
1. Double-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar.
2. In My Bluetooth Places, select and open the other device to view files in its shared
directory.
3. Use Windows Explorer or other software to copy or move files between your
computer and other other device.
Sending Outlook data to another Bluetooth device (OPP)
1. Double-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar.
2. In My Bluetooth Places, select and open the other device.
3. To send a calendar item, note, or message, right-click the device’s inbox and select
the option you want, then select the file to send. The file arrives in the device’s inbox
directory.
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To send your business card, right-click the device’s inbox and select the option to
send your business card.
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Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections
To connect to a Bluetooth printer or serial device
You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth serial device—for example, you could print from a word processor to a Bluetooth serial printer.
1. Make sure Bluetooth communication is turned on—see “To turn Bluetooth
communication on and off” on page 68.
2. Install the printer software that comes with the Bluetooth printer. The following
details are for the HP Deskjet 995C printer:
a. Insert the CD that came with the printer. If the setup program doesn’t run, click
Start, Run and run \setup.exe on the CD.
b. When prompted, click the option for installing the printer software. Follow the
displayed instructions. For each screen, click the right arrow to continue.
c. When prompted to select how the printer is connecting, select the Bluetooth
option.
d. When you reach the Bluetooth information screen with no right arrow, click the X
to exit.
3. Double-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar.
4. In the menu bar, click Bluetooth, Device Configuration. (This menu is available only
while Bluetooth folders are selected.)
5. On the Client Applications tab, find the Bluetooth serial port and note the name of the
COM port at the far right, such as COM4. You can also create new COM ports for
multiple serial devices.
6. After writing down the COM port number, close the Bluetooth configuration window.
7. Click Start, Printers and Faxes.
8. Right-click the printer icon for the Bluetooth printer and select Properties.
9. On the Ports tab, find the Bluetooth COM port you noted above, click the box next to
the port name so it is checked, then click OK. This enables access to the printer via
the Bluetooth serial port.
10. Double-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar.
11. In the menu bar, click Bluetooth, Search For Devices.
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12. Double-click the printer icon for the Bluetooth printer you want to use, then double-
click the serial port icon that is shown. When you see a message confirming this
printer will use the Bluetooth COM port, click OK.
Whenever you print to this printer, it will use the Bluetooth connection you
established.
To make a dial-up connection via a Bluetooth phone
If you have a Bluetooth cellular phone, you can use it with your computer to make a dial­up connection to your Internet service provider.
1. Make sure your Bluetooth phone is available for connection—see the manufacturer’s
instructions. Some phones must be set for detection and may be detectable by other
Bluetooth devices for only a short time.
2. On the computer, double-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar, then select Entire
Bluetooth Neighborhood.
3. In the menu bar, click Bluetooth, Search For Devices.
4. In the left half of the window, double-click the Bluetooth phone to discover its
available services.
5. Optional: In the left half of the window, right-click the Bluetooth phone and select
Pair Devices, then type a passkey on the computer and phone when prompted. Some
phones may require this step. For others, this keeps the phone on your list of
Bluetooth devices for future use.
6. In the right half of the window, double-click Dial-Up Networking.
7. When prompted, type your user name, password, and phone number to dial., then
click Dial. To close the dial-up connection, click the Bluetooth phone in the left side of the Windows
Explorer window, then in the right half of the window right-click Dial-Up Networking and select the option to disconnect.
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Connecting PC Cards
The computer’s PC Card slot is available for storing data and expanding the communication capabilities of the computer. The computer supports standard Type II and III PC Cards (PCMCIA and CardBus). If your model has two eject buttons, you can insert two Type II cards or one Type III card. If it has only one button, you can insert one card of any type.
To insert or remove a PC Card
Inserting a PC Card
1. Hold the PC Card with its face up and its connector holes toward the card slot.
2. Slide the PC Card all the way into the slot. Most cards are properly seated when the
outer edge is flush with the casing of the computer, but some cards are designed to
protrude from the case.
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Removing a PC Card
Before removing a PC Card, you must use the Eject Hardware or Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar, or shut down the computer. Otherwise, you could lose data.
1. Before removing the card, click the Eject Hardware or Safely Remove Hardware icon
in the taskbar, and then click the card you want to remove. This protects your data and
helps avoid unexpected problems.
If needed, you can restart the card by removing and then reinserting it.
2. Press the eject button to pop the button out, and then press it in to eject the PC Card.
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Connecting External Devices
To identify connectors for external devices
The diagrams below show your computer’s connectors for external devices and for the port replicator.
Locating connectors on the computer
1. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter).
2. AC adapter jack.
3. Two universal serial bus (USB) ports.
4. LAN port (on certain models).
5. S-video port (on certain models).
6. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device.
7. Serial port (COM1).
8. External monitor port.
9. Modem port (on certain models).
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10. PC Card and CardBus slot. See “Connecting PC Cards” on page 76.
11. IEEE 1394 port (on certain models).
12. Audio ports.
13. Infrared port (on certain models).
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14. AC adapter jack.
15. PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse ports.
16. USB ports.
17. External monitor port.
18. Parallel port.
19. Serial port.
20. LAN port (works only if the computer has a built-in LAN port).
21. Digital audio port (SPDIF).
22. S-video port.
23. Audio ports (microphone, headphone, line-in).
24. USB port.
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Note
Before you connect any device, check its documentation to see if you need to make any settings or adjustments to the equipment before using it. This might include setting switches to configure the equipment so that it will operate properly with your computer and the software you plan to use.
To connect a printer or other parallel device
The computer’s parallel port uses a standard 25-pin connector, most commonly used for connecting dot-matrix, ink-jet, and laser printers. You can also use it to connect a parallel Zip drive.
Connect the cable from the parallel printer or other parallel device to the computer’s
parallel port.
To connect an external keyboard or mouse
Plug a USB mouse or keyboard into a USB port.
–or–
Plug a PS/2 mouse or keyboard into a PS/2 port. The pointing stick and touch pad are normally disabled while an external PS/2 mouse is
connected. To connect a PS/2 mouse and keyboard at the same time, use the HP F1469A Y adapter.
To connect a USB device
Your computer’s universal serial bus (USB) provides a bi-directional serial interface for adding peripheral devices such as game controllers, serial and parallel ports, and scanners on a single bus.
Attach the device’s USB cable to one of the USB ports. Windows automatically
recognizes the USB device. Some USB devices can be connected to the computer in
series—this is called a daisy-chain connection.
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Note
CAUTION
If you have problems making this connection, contact the device manufacturer and the HP Business Support Web site (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport) for the latest version of the driver for the device.
To connect an audio device
If your model has a built-in microphone—look for a microphone icon near the right click
button on the touch pad—you can use it to record voice, sound, and music. You can also plug in an external microphone, external speakers, or headphones. In addition, if you connect your computer to the port replicator, you can plug in a stereo source (such as a CD player) or a device that accepts digital audio (such as a digital audio recorder).
The headphone and line-in jacks are three-terminal stereo jacks. They are not compatible with two-terminal mono plugs. Connecting a mono plug into either of these jacks may damage the computer.
Attach the audio cable to the corresponding audio port on the computer or port
replicator.
1. External microphone.
2. Audio out (headphones).
3. Volume control (on certain models).
4. Audio mute button and audio mute light (on certain models).
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Note
If your model has a built-in microphone and you plug a device into the external microphone port, the built-in microphone automatically turns off. When you plug a device into the headphone port, the built-in speakers automatically turn off. When you plug a device into either audio port on the computer, any device connected to the corresponding port on the port replicator is ignored.
To use an external monitor
Connecting an external monitor
1. Click Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off.
2. Connect the monitor cable from the monitor to the monitor port on the back of the
computer.
3. Connect the monitor to a power source and turn it on.
4. Press the power button to turn on the computer.
Switching the display to the external monitor
Press Fn+F5 to cycle through the display options: notebook display, external monitor,
both.
–or–
Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings.
You can also add a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access.
If you need to use both displays at once, press Fn+F5 repeatedly until the image
shows on both displays. With the default display settings, the external monitor uses
the same settings as the internal display. The external monitor displays the same
image as the internal display, regardless of the screen area, colors, and other settings,
and the refresh rate is the same for as the internal display (60 Hz). If you use only the
external monitor, you can select different settings that aren’t limited by the internal
display.
Adjusting monitor resolution and other settings
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display.
2. On the Settings tab, adjust the Screen area. Other settings are also available. For high-resolution external monitors, see “Hardware Specifications” on page 134 for the
maximum supported resolutions, colors, and refresh rates. The capabilities of external
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monitors vary greatly, and the display quality of your monitor may not be optimal at higher settings.
If you need to increase the refresh rate on the external monitor, you can switch to only the
external monitor. An alternative is to make one display a “secondary” display so you can select independent refresh rates:
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display.
2. On the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, and then the Displays or Monitor tab.
Set the refresh rate on the Monitor tab.
Using dual display mode
You can extend your desktop by connecting an external monitor to your computer.
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display.
2. Click the Settings tab.
3. Click the second display, and then select the option to extend the desktop. You can set different resolutions and numbers of colors for each display. However, using
the Extended Desktop requires video memory for each display. For this reason, higher resolutions and higher numbers of colors may cause unexpected behavior on the displays. Try starting with 1024 × 768 resolution on the external display and 64 K colors (16-bit) on both displays. You can then try higher settings to see whether they work for your applications. In addition, certain operations such as playing DVDs and running 3D graphics require extra video memory, so you may have to adjust display settings.
If you’re playing a DVD movie, the movie will show only on the primary display. To change the primary display, go to the Settings tab of Display Properties (see the steps above), right-click the display you want, and select Primary.
To use a TV set as a monitor
If your model has an S-video port on the back, you can connect a television set or other video device to your computer to use as a display.
To connect a TV set
1. Connect the TV set to the S-video port using a standard S-video cable, or a
composite-video adapter with a standard RCA-type video cable.
For best quality and operation, use a TV with an S-video input and connect an S-
video cable from the computer to the TV. If the only connection available is a
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composite phono (RCA-type) connection, a good-quality standard cable is
recommended. However, some S-video/composite adapters will not work for this
application. Contact HP Customer Care for more information.
2. Optional: connect an audio cable from the computer’s headphone output jack to the
TV audio input. The S-video port doesn’t include audio output.
To activate the TV display
HP TV Now automatically adjusts your computer for using a TV. For example, the display timeout is disabled to prevent the screen from turning off, and the resolution is optimized for TV viewing.
If a One-Touch button is assigned to HP TV Now, press that button. (The five One-
Touch buttons are located above the keyboard.)
–or–
Click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP TV Now. To adjust the HP TV Now options, click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard,
Notebook, HP TV Now Options. To return the display to its normal settings, run HP TV Now again. Normal display
settings are also restored if the computer suspends or turns off. If the image on the TV is bad, the format used for TV output may be incorrect for your
TV. In North America, the normal setting is NTSC. In Europe, Asia, and Africa, the normal setting is PAL. To change the TV format, open Control Panel Display, then on the Settings tab click Advanced. On the Displays tab, click the TV button, then set the format on the Format tab.
To play DVD movies on the TV
The movie shows only on the main display. If the movie doesn’t appear on the TV, open Display in Control Panel, click the Settings tab, then click Advanced and make the TV a “primary” display.
For more information, see “To play DVD movies” on page 38.
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Connecting External Devices
To connect an IEEE 1394 device
If your computer has an IEEE 1394 port (located on the computer’s left side), you can
use it to connect devices such as audio and video equipment, disk drives, printers, and other computers.
Attach the device’s cable to the IEEE 1394 port on the computer’s left side. Windows
automatically recognizes the device.
The IEEE 1394 port is a 4-wire port. If you want to connect a device that has a 6-wire plug, you should buy a simple adapter if the device is unpowered, or a hub if the device requires power.
If you have problems making this connection, contact the device manufacturer and the HP Business Support Web site (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport) for the latest version of the driver for the device.
To connect a serial device
The computer includes a standard 9-pin serial port that you can use to connect devices such as external modems and fax modems.
Connect the device’s serial cable to the computer’s serial port.
To connect an infrared device
If your model has an infrared port—a small, rectangular lens located on the front of the computer—it provides wireless, serial communication between the computer and other infrared devices such as printers or other computers.
By default, the infrared port is not enabled, so you must enable it before you can use it.
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, System.
2. On the Hardware tab, click Device Manager and expand the infrared devices. Double-
click the infrared port and select the option to enable the device.
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Using the infrared port
Make sure the infrared ports of your computer and the other device lie in as straight a
line as possible. The two ports should be no more than 1 meter apart, with no
obstructions in between. Noise from nearby equipment can cause transmission errors.
To check the status of communications, open Wireless Link in Control Panel.
Disabling the infrared port
You should generally disable infrared communication when you aren’t using it.
1. Close any applications that are using infrared, and any folders on an infrared link.
2. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, System.
3. On the Hardware tab, click Device Manager and expand the infrared devices. Double-
click the infrared port and select the option to disable the device.
Printing to an infrared printer
Install your printer and assign it to the computer’s infrared port. You can then print
from your applications as you would to any other printer.
Transferring files through an infrared connection
You can use your computer’s infrared port to transfer files by using Wireless Link. See the Windows online help for instructions on using Wireless Link.
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Add-On Devices
Connecting External Devices
To use a port replicator
A port replicator provides your computer with external connections that you can leave in place whenever you remove the computer from your desk. Instead of disconnecting and reconnecting peripheral devices, you can simply undock and dock the computer.
Use only the HP AC adapter included with your computer (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the computer).
If “75W” is printed below the AC adapter socket on the computer, do not use a 60­watt, 3.16-amp adapter, such as HP F1454A or F1781A, and do not use DC adapter accessories F1455A and F2297A.
Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the computer or adapter and may void your warranty (see "Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement" on page 130).
You can dock or undock the computer in any power state: on, off, standby, or hibernation. Make sure, however, that the computer is not entering into or resuming from standby or hibernation when you dock or undock, or the computer could lock up.
To dock to the port replicator
1. Plug in the AC adapter, and then connect it to the back of the port replicator. You can
also operate the port replicator using power from the computer battery.
2. Remove the rubber cover from the docking connector on the bottom of the computer.
3. Align the computer with the locator posts on the port replicator.
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4. Press the computer down until both sides click into place.
5. If the computer is off, open the computer and press the power button to turn it on. The
lights on the port replicator turn on.
When the computer is docked, you can use the computer’s security connector to secure the computer. To secure both the computer and port replicator, install the Kensington lock in the security connector next to the undock button—this locks the undock button.
If a device is connected to an audio port on the computer, any device connected to the corresponding port on the port replicator is ignored.
To undock from the port replicator
1. Press down the undock button on the right side of the port replicator.
2. Lift the computer out of the port replicator.
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Installing Additional RAM
The computer has no memory (RAM) built in but has two slots that hold two RAM modules. At least one slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. You can use both slots to expand your RAM.
To install a RAM expansion module
Use HP PC2100 DDR-266 or higher RAM only.
You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps.
CAUTION
Your computer’s chips are extremely sensitive to static electricity, and can be permanently damaged by it. Handle the RAM module only by its edges. Before installing the memory module, discharge your body’s static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the computer.
1. Click Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off.
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2. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.
3. Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws holding the RAM cover, and remove
the cover.
4. Insert the RAM board into the connector at about a 30° angle until it is fully inserted.
Then press down at both sides until both latches snap closed.
5. Replace the cover.
6. Insert the battery.
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To remove a RAM expansion module
You may want to remove a RAM module so you can install a larger one. You’ll need a
small Phillips screwdriver for these steps.
Your computer’s chips are extremely sensitive to static electricity, and can be permanently damaged by it. Handle the RAM module only by its edges. Before installing the memory module, discharge your body’s static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the computer.
1. Click Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off.
2. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.
3. Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws holding the RAM cover, and remove
the cover.
4. Release the two latches at the sides of the RAM board, so the free edge of the board
pops up.
5. Pull the board out of the connector.
6. Replace the cover.
7. Insert the battery.
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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
To replace the hard disk drive
You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.
1. Unplug the AC adapter if you’re using one, and remove the battery.
2. Turn the unit bottom side up.
3. Use a pointed tool to remove the plugs from the two screw holes, and then remove the
two screws.
4. Gently pull the hard drive out of the computer.
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Important
5. Gently slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Press firmly to make sure
the connector seats properly.
6. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs.
If you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Utility partition on the drive before loading any software. See “To recover the factory installation of your hard disk” on page 122.
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To replace the hard disk drive holder
If you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a holder, you can remove the
holder parts from the old hard drive. You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.
1. Remove the four screws from the sides of the holder and drive case, and then slide the
drive out of the holder.
2. Notice that the hard drive has a pin connector attachment at one end. Carefully
remove this connector from the end of the drive. Work alternately at each end so that
the connector slides off evenly without bending the connector pins.
3. Carefully put the pin connector attachment back onto the pins on the end of the new
hard drive. Work alternately at each end so that the connector slides on evenly
without bending the connector pins.
4. Insert the drive into the holder.
5. Reinstall the screws into the holder and drive case.
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To prepare a new hard disk drive
When you install a new hard disk drive, you also need to prepare it to be able to work with your computer.
If you want to restore the Windows software and operating system that were
originally installed on your computer, you can do so using the Recovery CD or DVD
that also came with your computer. See “To recover the factory installation of your
hard disk” on page 122.
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Troubleshooting Your Computer
Troubleshooting Your Computer
This section contains solutions to a many types of problems you might have with your computer. Try the solutions one at a time, in the order in which they are presented.
Here are some other sources of information for troubleshooting:
Open the HP Web-based troubleshooting tool: click Start, All Programs, HP Instant
Support. Search or browse the troubleshooting database for the information related to
your problem.
Click Start, Help and Support, Fixing a Problem, and use the Windows
troubleshooters.
See the Microsoft Windows manual shipped with the computer.
See the HP Notes in the online HP Library for updated information.
Find technical tips and software updates for the computer at the HP Business Support
Web site (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport).
Test your computer by running the e-Diagtools test program. See “Testing the
Hardware” on page 115.
Contact your dealer or Hewlett-Packard—see “To contact HP for support or service”
on page 126. Please have your computer with you when you call.
Audio Problems
If no sound is audible
If your model has a volume control, press the back end of it several times.
Click the speaker icon on the taskbar (if present), and make sure that Mute is not
checked and the Volume Control slider is not set to the bottom. Or, if your model has
an audio mute button, press it so the indicator light goes off.
When you are operating your computer in MS-DOS mode (for example, when
running MS-DOS games), you may find that the sound does not operate properly. Use
Windows applications for full use of sound capabilities.
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If sound does not record
Try plugging in an external microphone. Your model may not have a built-in
microphone.
Check the software controls for recording sound: click Start, All Programs,
Accessories, Multimedia (or Entertainment), Sound Recorder.
In Volume Control, click Options, Properties, and make sure the microphone is
enabled in the recording controls.
Test the audio with the e-Diagtools diagnostics. See “Testing the Hardware” on
page 115.
If you hear a loud high-pitched whine (feedback) from the speakers
In the Volume Control, try reducing the Master volume: double-click the speaker icon
in the taskbar.
In Volume Control, click Options, Properties, and select the microphone option for
the playback settings. Then in Volume Control, make sure the microphone is muted.
If your model has a built-in microphone, avoid using it and the built-in speakers at the
same time.
CD-ROM and DVD Problems
If you can’t boot from a CD or DVD in the CD/DVD drive
Make sure the CD or DVD is bootable, such as the Recovery CD or DVD.
Make sure the CD-ROM/DVD drive is selected as the boot device—see “To change
the boot device” on page 27.
Restart the computer: click Start, Turn Off Computer, Restart.
Test the DVD drive with the e-Diagtools diagnostics. See “Testing the Hardware” on
page 115.
If a DVD plays erratically
Dirt or smudges can cause a disc to skip. Clean the disc with a soft cloth. If the disc is
badly scratched, it will probably have to be replaced.
If you’re playing the DVD on battery power, try changing the power scheme. See the
hint under “To play DVD movies” on page 38.
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If a DVD movie stops playing in the middle
The DVD may be double-sided. Open the DVD tray, and read the text near the center
hole of the disc. If it says Side A, flip the disc over, close the tray, and press the Play
button to continue playing the movie.
You may have accidentally paused the DVD movie. Press the Play button to resume.
If you get a Region Code error when playing a DVD movie
DVDs can have regional codes embedded in the disc data. These codes prevent DVD
movies from being played outside the region of the world in which they are sold. If
you get a Region Code error, you are trying to play a DVD intended for a different
region.
If the computer cannot read a CD or DVD
For a single-sided CD or DVD, make sure the disc is placed in the drive with the label
facing up.
Clean the disc.
Wait 5 to 10 seconds after closing the tray to give the computer time to recognize the
disc.
Restart the system: remove the disc from the drive, and click Start, Turn Off
Computer, Restart.
If you created the CD on a CD-RW-type drive, try using a different media brand, such
as the recommended HP C4403A (CD-R) or C4404A (CD-RW) media. Read and
write quality may vary for other media.
If a DVD movie doesn’t fill the screen
Each side of a double-sided DVD has a different format (standard or widescreen). In
widescreen format, black bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen. To view
the standard format, flip the disc over and play the other side.
If a DVD doesn’t play with two displays
If you’re using the Extended Desktop (dual displays), move the player window to the
display selected as primary. If you’re not using Extended Desktop and both displays
are active, press Fn+F5 to switch to one display.
If the computer can’t find Wordpad.exe after inserting a CD
The system is trying to open a .doc file in WordPad, but cannot find the Wordpad.exe
program file. Type C:\Program Files\Accessories in the error message box.
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Display Problems
If the computer is on, but the screen is blank
Move the mouse or tap the touch pad. This will wake the display if it is in Display-off
mode.
Press Fn+F5 in case the internal display was disabled. (Do this three times to return to
the state you started from.)
If the computer is cold, allow it to warm up.
If the screen is difficult to read
Try setting the display resolution to its default setting of 1024×768 or higher,
depending on your model: click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes,
Display.
Try adjusting the size of the desktop icons and labels—see “To adjust the display” on
page 34.
If an external display does not work
Check the connections.
Press Fn+F5 in case the external monitor was disabled. (Do this three times to return
to the state you started from.)
The external monitor may not be detected. In the BIOS Setup utility, try setting Video
Display Device to Both in the System Devices menu.
If you’re using a TV connected to the S-video port, you must activate the TV—see
“To use a TV set as a monitor” on page 83.
Test the display with the e-Diagtools diagnostics. See “Testing the Hardware” on
page 115.
If HP Presentation Ready does not switch to your video settings
If you’re using an external monitor that isn’t a plug-and-play device, open Control
Panel Display and set up a monitor that supports the video settings you intend to use
for your presentation.
If one or more display pixels look bad
TFT display manufacturing is a highly precise but imperfect technology, and manufacturers cannot produce displays that are cosmetically perfect. Most, if not all, TFT
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displays exhibit some level of cosmetic imperfection. These cosmetic imperfections may be visible under varying display conditions, and can appear as bright, dim, or dark spots.
This issue is common across all vendors supplying TFT displays in their products and is not specific to the HP notebook display.
HP notebook TFT displays meet or exceed all HP standards for cosmetic quality of TFT displays. HP does not warrant that the displays will be free of cosmetic imperfections.
TFT displays can have a small number of cosmetic imperfections and still conform to
HP’s cosmetic quality specifications, including the following:
No more than 6 pixels remain on (always one color, such as white, red, green, or blue
dots).
No more than 6 pixels remain off (always dark).
No more than a total of 8 pixels stuck on or off.
No other stuck pixel within 15 mm of a stuck pixel.
Contact HP Customer Care if you have a display quality problem and require a more
comprehensive explanation of HP display quality—see “To contact HP for support or service” on page 126. We expect that over time the industry will continue to produce displays with fewer inherent cosmetic imperfections, and we will adjust our HP guidelines as these improvements are implemented.
Hard Disk Drive Problems
If the computer’s hard drive doesn’t spin
Make sure the computer has power. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, and make
sure it is fully plugged into a power source and into the back of the computer.
Remove and reinsert the hard drive. See “Replacing the Hard Disk Drive” on page 91.
If the hard disk makes a buzzing or whining noise
Back up the drive immediately.
See whether the noise is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card
drive.
If files are corrupted
Open My Computer, select the disk you want to scan, click File, Properties, and use
the Tools tab.
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