HP Compaq nx6125 Getting Started Guide

Getting Started

HP Compaq Notebook Series

Document Part Number: 377703-001

May 2005

This guide explains how to identify and use the notebook hardware and software features, and how to locate additional help and support. Additional user information is provided in the Help and Support Center. Select Start > Help and Support >

User Guides.

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Getting Started HP Compaq Notebook Series First Edition May 2005 Document Part Number: 377703-001

Contents

1 Hardware Setup

Step 1: Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3

Access the Online User Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3

Troubleshooting Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3

Step 2: Identify the Setup Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4

Step 3: Insert the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5

Step 4: Connect the Communication Device . . . . . . . . . . 1–6

Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6

Network Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9

Step 5: Connect the Notebook to External Power . . . . . 1–10

Step 6: Open the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12

Step 7: Turn on the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13

2 Software Setup

Welcome to Microsoft Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Select Your Regional Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Accept the License Agreements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Protect Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Name Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Enter an Administrator Password (Select Models Only)

Create User Accounts (Select Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . 2–8

Press the Finish Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8

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

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Contents

3 Next Steps

Protect Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Protect the Notebook from Viruses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Protect the Notebook from Power Surges . . . . . . . . . 3–3

Protect Your Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3

Use the Notebook Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Turn Off the Notebook Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

4 Notebook Tour

Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2

TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6

Buttons, Switches and Readers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–11

Hotkey Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–12

Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13

Rear Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–14

Right-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16

Left-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–17

Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–19

Display Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–23

Wireless Antennae (Select Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . 4–24

Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–25

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–26

Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–26

Rated Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–27

Getting Started vi

A System Recovery

Safeguarding Your Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1

Altiris Local Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–2

System Restore Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–3

Creating a System Restore Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–4

Restoring to a Restore Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–4

Reinstalling Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–5

Reinstalling Applications from the Hard Drive. . . . . A–6

Reinstalling Applications from Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . A–6

Repairing the Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–7

Reinstalling the Operating System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–8

Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software. . . . . . . A–9

Index

Contents

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Hardware Setup

WARNING: This notebook is designed to run demanding

applications at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the notebook on your lap for extended periods. The notebook complies with defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).

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

are installed:

■ Do not set up the notebook for the first time while the notebook is

docked in an optional docking device (select models only).

■ During the hardware and software setup procedures: ❏ Do not unplug the notebook from external power. ❏ Do not shut down the notebook or initiate standby or

hibernation.

❏ Do connect the modem cable as instructed in the “Modem”

section and the network cable as instructed in the “

Card” section later in this chapter, but do not insert, remove,

connect, or disconnect any other device, cable, or cord.

the user-accessible surface temperature limits

1

Network

For regulatory and safety notices, refer to the Regulatory, Safety

✎

and Environmental Notices guide located in the Help and Support Center. Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

Getting Started 1–1

Hardware Setup

During hardware setup, you will

1. Learn how to get help by accessing online user guides and troubleshooting resources.

2. Identify the hardware you need to set up the notebook.

3. Insert the battery pack into the notebook so that it can begin to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external power.

4. Connect the communication device (modem or network card) so that you can register the notebook and operating system during software setup.

5. Connect the notebook to external power.

6. Open the notebook.

7. Turn on the notebook.

After you turn on the notebook, you will be prompted to begin software setup.

1–2 Getting Started

Step 1: Before You Begin

Access the Online User Guides

User guides, reference manuals, regulatory and safety notices, and other resources that provide information about using your notebook are available through the Help and Support Center.

To access documents in the Help and Support Center:

» Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

Troubleshooting Resources

If you experience problems, follow the steps below to troubleshoot your computer:

■ Refer to the Troubleshooting guide that is available in

the

Help and Support Center. Select Start > Help and

Support > User Guides.

■ Access the Help and Support Center for additional

information about your notebook and for Web site links. Select Start > Help and Support.

Hardware Setup

Although many checkup and repair features require an Internet

✎

connection, many other tools can help you fix a problem while

notebook is offline.

the

■ Contact Customer Care for further assistance.

Getting Started 1–3

Hardware Setup

Step 2: Identify the Setup Hardware

Your notebook may look slightly different from the illustrations

✎

in this chapter. Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.

To set up the notebook for the first time, you need the notebook, the AC adapter 1, the battery pack 2, the power cord 3, and a network cable 4 (purchased separately) or modem cable 5.

WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, only the AC adapter

1–4 Getting Started

battery pack provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or

or battery pack provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery pack purchased as an accessory from HP should be used with the computer.

Step 3: Insert the Battery Pack

This notebook supports up to 2 battery packs:

■ One primary lithium-ion battery pack is included with the

notebook.

■ The travel battery pack is an optional battery pack that can

be attached to the bottom of the notebook.

To insert the primary battery pack:

1. Turn the notebook upside down with the rear toward you.

2. Slide the battery pack 1 into the battery bay until it is seated.

The battery pack release latches 2 automatically lock the battery into place.)

Hardware Setup

Getting Started 1–5

Hardware Setup

Step 4: Connect the Communication Device

Modem

Your notebook has an internal modem, an RJ-11 (modem) jack, preinstalled modem drivers, and a modem cable. The modem cable must be connected to an analog telephone line.

CAUTION: Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog

(modem) jacks but are not compatible with the modem.

Jacks for analog telephone lines vary by country.

■ If you are connecting the modem to a telephone line in a

country where RJ-11 (modem) jacks are standard, follow the

instructions in “

this chapter.

■ If you are connecting the modem to a telephone line in

a country where RJ-11 (modem) jacks are not standard, follow the instructions in “

an Adapter,” later in this chapter.

Connecting the Modem Cable,” next in

Connecting the Modem with

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the modem

from the telephone network before accessing an internal compartment of the notebook. Internal compartments include the memory module compartment, the battery bay, and the hard drive bay.

1–6 Getting Started

Connecting the Modem Cable

To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that has an RJ-11 (modem) jack:

1. If your modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, plug the circuitry end of the modem cable 2 into the RJ-11 (modem) jack on the notebook.

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

equipment, do not plug a modem cable into a RJ-45 (network) jack.

2. Plug the other end of the modem cable into the telephone wall jack 3.

Telephone wall jacks and modem cables vary in appearance by

✎

region and country.

Hardware Setup

Getting Started 1–7

Hardware Setup

Connecting the Modem with an Adapter

To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 (modem) jack:

1. If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, plug the circuitry end of the modem cable 2 into the RJ-11 (modem) jack on the notebook.

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

the equipment, do not plug th (network) jack.

2. Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem adapter 3.

3. Plug the country-specific modem adapter 4 into the telephone wall jack.

Telephone wall jacks and modem cables vary in appearance by

✎

region and country.

e modem cable into a RJ-45

1–8 Getting Started

Network Card

Your notebook has an RJ-45 (network) jack, an internal network interface card (NIC), and preinstalled network drivers.

Connecting a Network Cable

A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 network connector at each end and may contain noise suppression circuitry, which prevents interference with TV and radio reception.

To connect the network cable:

1. Confirm that the existing network supports Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T connections.

2. If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1, plug the circuitry end of the network cable 2 into the RJ-45 jack on the back of the notebook.

3. Plug the other end of the cable 3 into an RJ-45 wall jack.

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Getting Started 1–9

Hardware Setup

Step 5: Connect the Notebook to External Power

To connect the notebook to external AC power:

1. Plug the AC adapter cable 1 into the power connector. (The power connector is on the rear of the notebook.)

2. Plug the power cord 2 into the AC adapter, and then into the AC outlet 3.

Power cords and AC outlets vary in appearance by region

✎

and country.

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Hardware Setup

When the notebook receives AC power, the battery pack begins to charge and the battery light is turned on. The color of the battery light is amber when the battery is charging. The light changes from amber to green when it is close to full charge capacity. When the battery pack is fully charged, the battery light is turned off. For more information about the battery light, refer to “Lights” in Chapter 4.

It is recommended that you leave the notebook connected to external power until the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light is turned off. A partially charged new battery pack can run the notebook after software setup is complete, but battery charge displays will not be accurate until the new battery pack has been fully charged.

Getting Started 1–11

Hardware Setup

Step 6: Open the Notebook

To open the notebook:

1. Slide the display release latch 1 to the right to release the display.

2. Raise the display 2.

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Step 7: Turn on the Notebook

To turn on the notebook:

» Press and release the power/standby button 1.

The power/standby light 2 next to the power/standby button and the power/standby light on the front of the notebook 3 are turned on, and you are prompted to begin software setup.

Hardware Setup

Getting Started 1–13

Software Setup

Read the information below before you begin the software

✎

setup wizard. After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete the entire setup process without interruption. Setup time varies.

The software setup process allows you to

■ Select regional preferences.

■ Accept license agreements.

■ Protect your notebook.

■ Name your notebook.

■ Enter an administrator password (select models only).

■ Register online.

■ Create user accounts (select models only).

If you prefer not to register your notebook during software setup, you can do so at any time after software setup is complete. You can also change or add any settings you select or skip during the setup process. Although you can register and set preferences later, it is usually easier and faster to complete these tasks during software setup.

2

Getting Started 2–1

Software Setup

During software setup, it is normal for some notebook models to pause occasionally for several minutes. These normal pauses are indicated by an hourglass icon.

CAUTION: If you are prompted to select an operating system

language

displayed, choose carefully. On some models, the languages that

do not choose are deleted from the system and cannot be restored

you during software setup.

To move the pointer, slide your finger on the TouchPad 1 in the direction that you want to move the pointer. To select an item, move the pointer over the item, and then press the left TouchPad button 2.

before a page called “Welcome to Microsoft Windows”

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Welcome to Microsoft Windows

The first page in the Setup Wizard is “Welcome to Microsoft Windows.” This page introduces your Microsoft® Windows® operating system and explains the software setup navigation:

■ To display additional information about the text on any

wizard page:

Select the question mark icon in the lower-right section of the page or press the f1 key on your keyboard.

■ To continue to the next page:

Select the Next button in the lower-right corner of the page.

■ To return to the previous page:

Select the Back button in the lower-left corner of the page. (This button is available only on subsequent pages.)

■ To skip a page without entering a preference:

Select the Skip button in the lower-right corner of the page. (This button is not available on all pages.)

Software Setup

Select Your Regional Preferences

Regional preferences are preset for the country in which you purchased the notebook. The next 2 pages prompt you to confirm or change the regional preferences:

■ “How should dates and currency appear?”— Confirm or

change the region and language preferences to format dates and currency.

Notice that regional versions of some languages are shown in parentheses after the language name.

■ “What time zone are you in?”— Confirm or change your

time

zone.

You can select or clear the check box for the notebook clock to automatically adjust to daylight saving time.

Getting Started 2–3

Software Setup

Accept the License Agreements

On the “End-User License Agreement (EULA)” page, you must accept both the Microsoft End-User License Agreement and the HP Software Product License Agreement to continue with software setup.

■ To accept both agreements:

Select Yes, I accept them, and then select Next.

■ To decline both agreements:

Select No, I don’t accept them, and then select Next.

If you decline both agreements, you will not be permitted to use the installed software. On the following page you will be offered only 2 options:

❏ You can choose Back to return to the End-User License

Agreement page

– or –

❏ You can choose Shut Down to turn off the notebook.

When you start the notebook after selecting Shut Down, the “Welcome to Microsoft Windows” page is displayed and you must again begin software setup.

Protect Your Notebook

When your notebook is connected to the Internet, Microsoft can automatically update your system with the latest security updates, critical updates, and service packs.

■ To enable Automatic Updates:

Select Help protect my PC by turning on Automatic Updates now.

■ To disable Automatic Updates or to enable it later:

Select Not right now.

2–4 Getting Started

Name Your Notebook

If you plan to include your notebook on a network, your notebook must have a unique name. On the “What’s your computer’s name?” page, you can retain the default name shown in the Computer name box or designate another name.

For example, you may want to base your notebook name on your name or a location, such as “Familyroom.” In order for your notebook name to be displayed on a network, the name

■ Must not be longer than 15 characters.

■ Must include only numerals (0-9), letters (A-Z and a-z),

and

hyphens.

■ Cannot include spaces.

You can also enter a description of your notebook in the Computer Description box. The description can contain spaces and special characters. For example, you could describe your notebook as “David’s game machine.”

Software Setup

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