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Hardware and Software Guide

Compaq Notebook Series

Document Part Number: 375422-001

March 2005

This guide explains how to identify, access, and use most of the hardware and software features available on your notebook.

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Hardware and Software Guide Compaq Notebook Series First Edition March 2005 Reference Number: V4000 Document Part Number: 375422-001

1 Component ID

Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1

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

Power Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4

Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6

Wireless Antennae (Select Models Only). . . . . . . . . 1–7

Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8

Speakers and Display Release Button . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9

Left-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10

Ports and Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10

Media and Memory Card Slots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12

Right-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13

Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–15

Mini PCI and Memory Module Compartment . . . . 1–15

Bays, Battery Latch and Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–16

Additional Hardware Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–17

Additional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18

Optical Discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18

Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18

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Contents

2Power

Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2

Standby and Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown. . . . . . 2–5

Default Power Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7

Turning the Notebook On or Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7

Initiating or Resuming from Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8

Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation . . . . . . . . . 2–9

Emergency Shutdown Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10

Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10

Using Power Schemes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10

Setting a Standby Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11

Setting Other Power Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11

Processor Performance Controls (Select

Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–13

Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–15

Charging a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–15

Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . 2–16

Low-Battery Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–17

Calibrating a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–19

Conserving Battery Pack Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–22

Replacing a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–24

Storing a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–26

Disposing of a Used Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–27

3 Keyboard and TouchPad

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

TouchPad Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Using the TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3

Setting TouchPad Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

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Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Identifying Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Hotkey Quick Reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

Hotkey Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7

Using Hotkey Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7

Keypads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–14

Using an Embedded Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . 3–14

Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys. . . . . . . . 3–15

Using an External Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–15

4 Multimedia

Audio Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1

Adjusting the Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1

Using the Audio-In (Microphone) Jack . . . . . . . . . . 4–2

Using the Audio-Out (Headphone) Jack. . . . . . . . . . 4–2

Connecting the Audio-Out (Headphone) Jack . . . . . 4–3

Video Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–4

Connecting an S-Video Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–4

Displaying a Video Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6

Multimedia Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6

Observing the Copyright Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7

Installing Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8

Enabling AutoPlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8

Changing DVD Region Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9

Contents

5 Drives

Drive Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2

Removing the Primary Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–3

Reinstalling the Primary Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–5

Removing an Optical Disc (Without Power) . . . . . . . . . 5–7

Displaying Optical Disc Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–8

Avoiding Standby or Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–8

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6 PC Cards and ExpressCards

What Is a PC Card? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1

Inserting a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–2

Removing a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–4

What Is an ExpressCard? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–5

Configuring an ExpressCard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–6

Inserting an ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–6

Removing an ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–8

7 Digital Memory Cards

(Select Models Only)

Using Digital Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1

Inserting Digital Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2

Removing Digital Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–3

Disabling or Restarting Digital Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–4

8 Memory Modules

What Is a Memory Module? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1

Replacing a Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2

Hibernation File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–6

9 USB Devices

What Is USB?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–1

Using USB Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2

Operating System and Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2

10 Modem and Networking

Internal Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–1

Connecting a Modem Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–2

Using a Country-Specific Modem

Cable Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–3

Modem Region Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–4

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Preinstalled Communication Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–7

Network Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–7

11 Wireless (Select Models Only)

Wireless Local Area Network (Select Models Only) . 11–3

Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–5

Using a WLAN Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–6

Using Wireless Security Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–7

Installing Wireless Software (Optional) . . . . . . . . . 11–7

Troubleshooting Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–9

Bluetooth (Select Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–10

Device Power States. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–12

Turning On the Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–14

Turning Off and Disabling the Devices . . . . . . . . 11–15

12 Security

Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–1

Security Preferences in the Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . 12–2

QuickLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–3

Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–3

Compaq and Windows Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–4

Compaq and Windows Password Guidelines . . . . . 12–5

Compaq Administrator Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–6

Setting Compaq Administrator Passwords . . . . . . . 12–7

Entering Compaq Administrator Passwords. . . . . . 12–8

Power-On Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–8

Setting Power-On Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–8

Entering Power-On Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–9

Device Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–10

Antivirus Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–11

Critical Security Updates for Windows XP . . . . . . . . 12–12

Firewall Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–13

Optional Security Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–14

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13 Setup Utility

Opening the Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–2

Changing the Language of the Setup Utility . . . . . . . . 13–2

Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility . . . . . . . 13–3

Displaying System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–3

Restoring Default Settings in the Setup Utility . . . . . . 13–4

Using Advanced Setup Utility Features. . . . . . . . . . . . 13–4

Closing the Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–5

14 Software Updates and Recoveries

Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–1

Preparing for a Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–2

Downloading and Installing an Update . . . . . . . . . 14–4

System Restore Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–8

Setting a Restore Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–8

Restoring to a Restore Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–9

Repairing or Reinstalling Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–9

Reinstalling Applications from Your

Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–10

Reinstalling Applications from Discs. . . . . . . . . . 14–10

Repairing the Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–11

Reinstalling the Operating System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–12

Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software. . . . 14–13

Updating Reinstalled Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–14

Installing a Retail Version of an Operating

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–14

15 Notebook Care

Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15–2

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15–3

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15–4

TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15–4

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16 Travel and Shipping

Preparation for Travel and Shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16–1

Tips for Traveling with Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . 16–1

17 Specifications

Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17–1

Rated Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17–2

Expansion Port Input/Output Signals (Select

Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17–3

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Top Components

Keys

Component ID

Component Description

Function keys (12)* Perform system and application tasks. When

Windows logo key Displays the Microsoft® Windows®

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combined with fn, function keys perform additional tasks as hotkeys.

Start menu.

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Component ID

Component Description

fn key* Combines with other keys to perform system

Embedded numeric

keypad keys (15)

tasks as hotkeys. For example, pressing fn+f7 decreases screen brightness.

Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.

Windows

applications key

*For more information about hotkeys, refer to “Hotkeys” in Chapter 3,

“Keyboard and TouchPad.”

Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.

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TouchPad

Component Description

TouchPad* Moves the pointer.

Component ID

TouchPad horizontal

scroll zone*

Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an

Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an

TouchPad vertical

scroll zone*

*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of these TouchPad components, refer to “Setting TouchPad

Preferences” in Chapter 3, “Keyboard and TouchPad.”

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Scrolls left or right.

external mouse.

Scrolls up or down.

Component ID

Power Controls

Component Description

Power/standby

button*

Display switch* Initiates standby when the notebook is closed.

*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the function of the display switch or power/standby button, refer to “Setting

Other Power Preferences” in Chapter 2, “Power.”

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When the notebook is

■ Off, press to start the notebook.

■ On, briefly press to initiate hibernation.

■ In standby, briefly press to resume from standby.

■ In hibernation, briefly press to restore from

hibernation.

If the system has stopped responding and

✎

Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold for at least 5 seconds to turn off the notebook.

Buttons

Component Description

Component ID

Wireless button

(select models only)

Volume down button Decreases system volume.

Volume up button Increases system volume.

Volume mute button Mutes or restores volume.

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Turns the wireless functionality on or off, but does not create a wireless connection.

To establish a wireless

✎

connection, a wireless network must already be set up. For more information, refer to

Chapter 11, “Wireless (Select Models Only).”

Component ID

Lights

Component Description

Wireless light

(select models only)

Power/standby light On: Notebook is turned on.

Mute light On: Volume is muted.

Num lock light On: Num lock or the embedded numeric

Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

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On: One or more internal wireless devices have been turned on.

To establish a wireless connection,

✎

a wireless network must already be set up. For more information, refer to Chapter 11, “Wireless (Select

Models Only).”

Blinking: Notebook is in standby. Off: Notebook is off or in hibernation.

keypad is on.

Component ID

Wireless Antennae (Select Models Only)

Component Description

Antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless device signals.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.

The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antennae should be not less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation, including when the notebook display is closed.

To establish a wireless connection, a wireless

✎

network must already be set up. For more information, refer to Chapter 11, “Wireless

(Select Models Only).”

*The antennae are not visible from the outside of the notebook. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions

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Component ID

Front Components

Speakers and Display Release Button

Component Description

Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound.

Display release button Opens the notebook.

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Lights

Component Description

Power/standby light On: Notebook is turned on.

Blinking: Notebook is in standby. Off: Notebook is off or in hibernation.

Battery light On: The battery pack is charging.

Blinking: The battery pack has reached a low-battery condition.

Off: The battery pack is fully charged or not inserted.

Component ID

IDE (Integrated Drive

Electronics) drive light

On or blinking: The internal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed.

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Component ID

Left-Side Components

Ports and Jacks

Depending on your notebook model, component locations may vary. Refer to the following illustrations.

Component Description

Power connector Connects the AC adapter cable.

RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects the modem cable.

RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable

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(not included).

(Continued)

Component Description

Component ID

Expansion port 2

(select models only)

USB ports Connect optional USB devices.

1394 port (4-pin) Connects an optional 1394a device

External monitor port Connects an optional VGA monitor or

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

Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional stereo

Connects the notebook to an optional docking device.

The notebook has only one

✎

expansion port. The term

expansion port 2

type of expansion port.

For expansion port signal

✎

information, refer to “Expansion

Port Input/Output Signals (Select Models Only)” in Chapter 17, “Specifications.”

Number of USB ports vary by

✎

model.

such as a scanner, a digital camera, or a digital camcorder.

projector.

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

microphone.

describes the

Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects an optional headphone or

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powered stereo speakers. Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR.

Component ID

Media and Memory Card Slots

Depending on your notebook model, component locations may vary. Refer to the following illustrations.

Component Description

Memory Reader

(select models only)

PC Card slot In Windows, supports an optional

ExpressCard slot

(select models only)

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Supports the following optional digital cards: SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card, SD I/O Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMediaCard, xD-Picture Card, and SmartMedia.

Type I or Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Card.

Supports an optional ExpressCard.

Right-Side Components

Depending on your notebook model, component locations may vary. Refer to the following illustrations.

Component ID

Component Description

Optical drive Supports an optical disc, such as a CD

Audio-out

(headphone) jack

Audio-in

(microphone) jack

USB ports Connect optional USB devices.

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or DVD.

Connects an optional headphone or powered stereo speakers. Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device, such as a television or VCR.

Connects an optional stereo microphone.

Number of USB ports vary by

✎

model.

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Component ID

Component Description

Monitor port Connects an optional VGA monitor or

S-Video-out jack Connects the video function of an

Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the

projector.

optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, or video capture card.

notebook.

✎

The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen.

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Component ID

Bottom Components

Mini PCI and Memory Module Compartment

Component Description

Mini PCI and memory module compartment

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■ Holds an optional wireless LAN device (select models only).

To prevent an unresponsive system and

the display of a warning message, install only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in your notebook by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country. If you install an unauthorized device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore notebook functionality. Then contact Customer Care.

■ Contains 2 memory module slots that support replaceable memory modules. The number of preinstalled memory modules varies by notebook model.

Component ID

Bays, Battery Latch and Vents

Component Description

Hard drive bay Holds the internal hard drive.

Vents (4) Provide airflow to cool internal components.

To prevent overheating, do not

obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow.

Battery bay Holds a battery pack.

Battery pack release

latch

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Releases a battery pack from the battery bay.

Component ID

Additional Hardware Components

The following illustration and table identify and describe the additional equipment that is included with the notebook.

Component Description

AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.

Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an

Battery pack Powers the notebook when the

Modem cable* Connects a modem to an

Country-specific modem

adapter (included by region as required)*

*Power cords, modem cables, and modem adapters vary in appearance by region and country.

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AC outlet.

notebook is not connected to external power.

RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific modem adapter.

Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack.

Component ID

Additional Components

Optical Discs

Software on optical discs, such as CDs or DVDs, is included with all notebook models.

■ The software packaged in the “Required for Setup” bag is not

preinstalled on your notebook. Depending on how you want to use your notebook, you might want to install some or all of these applications.

■ The software packaged in the “Save for Later” bag is

preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook. The software discs are provided in case you ever need to repair or reinstall this software.

Labels

The labels affixed to the notebook provide information you might need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the notebook.

■ Service Tag—Provides the product name, product number

(P/N), and serial number (S/N) of your notebook. You might need the product number and the serial number when you contact Customer Care. The Service Tag label is affixed to the bottom of the notebook. To display the information on the Service Tag on your screen, select Start > Help and

Support.

■ Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the

Microsoft Windows Product Key. You might need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is affixed to the bottom of the notebook.

■ Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the

notebook. The Regulatory label is affixed to the inside of the battery bay.

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Component ID

■ Modem Approval label—Provides regulatory information

about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the countries in which the modem has been approved for use. You might need this information when traveling internationally. The Modem Approval label is affixed to the inside of the Mini PCI and memory module compartment cover.

■ Wireless certification labels—Some notebook models include

an optional WLAN device and/or an optional Bluetooth® device. If your notebook model includes one or more wireless devices, a certificate providing regulatory information about each device and the approval markings of some of the countries in which the device has been approved for use is included with your notebook.You might need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed to the inside of the Mini PCI and memory module compartment cover.

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

your equipment:

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

at all times.

■ Disconnect power from the notebook by unplugging the power cord

from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the notebook).

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

the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin; for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The grounding pin is an important safety feature. It is possible to receive an electric shock from a system that is not properly grounded.

For the locations and descriptions of power components

✎

mentioned in this chapter, refer to Chapter 1, “Component ID.”

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Power Sources

The notebook can run on internal or external AC power. The following table indicates the best power sources for common tasks.

Task Recommended Power Source

Work in most software applications

Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the notebook

Install or modify system software or write to a disc

■ Charged battery pack in the notebook

■ External power supplied through one of the following devices:

❐ AC adapter ❐ Optional AC adapter ❐ Optional docking device ❐ Optional automobile or

aircraft adapter

External power supplied through one of the following devices:

■ AC adapter

■ Optional AC adapter

■ Optional docking device

■ Optional automobile or aircraft

adapter

External power supplied through

■ AC adapter

■ Optional AC adapter

■ Optional docking device

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Standby and Hibernation

Standby and hibernation are energy-saving features that conserve power and reduce startup time. They can be initiated by you or by the system. For details about when to use each setting, refer to

“Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown,” later in this

chapter.

Standby

CAUTION: To avoid a complete battery discharge, do not leave your

notebook in standby for extended periods. Connect the notebook to an external power source.

Standby reduces power to system components that are not in use. When standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access memory (RAM) and the screen is cleared. When you resume from standby, your work returns to the screen where you left off.

■ Saving your work before initiating standby is not usually

necessary, but is a recommended precaution.

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■ When the notebook is in standby, the power/standby lights on

the power/standby button and on the front of the notebook blink.

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Hibernation

CAUTION: If the configuration of the notebook is changed during

hibernation, resuming from hibernation may not be possible. When the notebook is in hibernation:

■ Do not connect or disconnect the notebook from a docking device.

■ Do not add or remove memory modules.

■ Do not insert or remove any hard drives.

■ Do not connect or disconnect external devices.

■ Do not insert or remove a PC Card, ExpressCard, or a digital card,

such as a Secure Digital (SD) Card.

Hibernation saves your work to a hibernation file on the hard drive, and then shuts down the notebook. When you restore from hibernation, your work returns to the screen where you left off. If a power-on password has been set, the password must be entered to restore from hibernation.

You can disable hibernation. However, if hibernation is disabled, and the system reaches a low-battery condition, the system will not automatically save your work while power is on or when standby has been initiated.

In the Power Options window, hibernation is not displayed as an option if it has been disabled. You must enable hibernation in order to select it in the Power Options window. To verify that hibernation is enabled:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab.

2. Make sure that the Enable hibernate support check box is selected.

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Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown

The following sections explain when to initiate standby or hibernation and when to shut down your notebook.

When You Leave Your Work

■ Initiating standby clears the screen and uses less power than

leaving the notebook on. Your work returns instantly to the screen when you resume from standby.

■ Initiating hibernation clears the screen, saves your work to

the hard drive, and uses much less power than standby.

■ Shutting down the notebook and removing the battery pack is

recommended to extend the life of the battery pack when the notebook will be disconnected from external power for an extended period. For details on battery pack storage, refer to

“Storing a Battery Pack,” later in this chapter.

When the Power Supply Is Uncertain

Make sure that hibernation remains enabled, especially if you are operating the notebook on battery power and do not have access to an external power supply. If the battery pack fails, hibernation saves your work to a hibernation file and shuts down the notebook.

If you pause your work when the power supply is uncertain, do one of the following:

■ Initiate hibernation.

■ Shut down the notebook.

■ Save your work, and then initiate standby.

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When Using Infrared Communication or Drive Media

CAUTION: Do not initiate standby or hibernation while using drive

media. Doing so may result in possible video and audio degradation and loss of audio or video playback functionality.

Standby and hibernation interfere with the use of infrared and Bluetooth communication and drive media. Note the following guidelines:

■ If the notebook is in standby or hibernation, you cannot

initiate an infrared or Bluetooth® transmission.

■ If standby or hibernation is accidentally initiated while a

drive medium (such as a diskette, CD, or DVD) is in use:

❏ Your playback may be interrupted. ❏ You may see a warning message: “Putting the computer

into hibernation or standby may stop the playback. Do you want to continue?” Select No.

❏ You may need to restart the playback to resume audio and

video.

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Default Power Settings

The following tables describe the factory power settings on the notebook. You can change many of these settings according to your preference. For more information on changing power settings, refer to “Power Options,” later in this chapter.

Turning the Notebook On or Off

Task Procedure Results

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Turn on the notebook.

Shut down the notebook.*

*If the system is unresponsive and you are unable to shut down the notebook with this procedure, refer to “Emergency Shutdown Procedures,” later in this chapter.

Press the power/standby button.

1. Save your work and close all open applications.

2. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.*

■ The power/standby light is turned on.

■ The Windows operating system loads.

■ The power/standby light is turned off.

■ The Windows operating system shuts down.

■ The notebook is turned off.

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Initiating or Resuming from Standby

Task Procedure Result

Initiate standby With the notebook on, use one of

the following procedures:

■ Press the fn+f5 hotkey.

■ Close the notebook display.

■ Select Start > Turn Off

Computer > Stand By.

Allow the system to initiate standby.

No action is required. The system initiates standby

■ After 10 minutes of inactivity while running on battery power.

■ After 25 minutes of inactivity while running on external power.

■ The power/standby light blinks.

■ The screen is cleared.

■ The power/standby light blinks.

■ The screen is cleared.

Resume from standby.

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Use one of the following procedures:

■ Briefly press the power/standby button.

■ Use the TouchPad or press a TouchPad button.

■ Press any key on the keyboard.

■ Open the display if standby

was initiated by closing the notebook.

■ The power/standby light is turned on.

■ Your work returns to the screen.

Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation

Task Procedure Result

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Initiate hibernation.

Allow the system to initiate hibernation

Restore from hibernation.

With the notebook on, use one of the following procedures:

■ Briefly press the power/standby button.

■ Select Start > Shut Down > Hibernate. (If the Hibernate

option is not displayed, press and hold shift

No action is required. If the notebook is running on battery power and hibernation is enabled, the system initiates hibernation after 30 minutes of notebook inactivity or when the battery pack reaches a critical low-battery condition.

If the notebook is

✎

connected to external power, the system does not initiate hibernation.

Use one of the following procedures:

■ Briefly press the power/standby button.

■ If the system initiated hibernation because of a critical low-battery condition, connect external power or insert a charged battery pack before you press the power/standby button.

■ The power/standby light is turned off.

■ The screen is cleared.

■ The power/standby light is turned off.

■ The screen is cleared.

■ The power/standby light is turned on.

■ You r w or k i s returned to the screen.

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Emergency Shutdown Procedures

CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the loss of

unsaved data.

If the notebook is unresponsive and you are unable to use normal shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided:

■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Select Shut Down > Turn Off.

■ Press and hold the power/standby button for at least

5 seconds.

■ Disconnect the notebook from external power and remove

the battery pack. For more information about removing and storing the battery pack, refer to the “Storing a Battery

Pack” section in this chapter.

Power Options

Using Power Schemes

A power scheme controls the amount of power the notebook uses while running on external power or on a battery pack, and also sets the notebook to initiate standby or hibernation after a period of inactivity you specify.

To select a preset power scheme or create a custom power scheme:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Power Schemes tab.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen.

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Setting a Standby Password

You can add a security feature that prompts you for your Microsoft® Windows® user password when the notebook resumes from standby.

To set a password prompt:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Advanced tab.

2. Select the check box Prompt for password when the

computer resumes from standby.

3. Select OK.

For information about other passwords and security features, refer to Chapter 12, “Security.”

Setting Other Power Preferences

You can change the function of the power/standby button, the

fn+f5 hotkey, and the display switch.

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At the default settings for the

fn+f5 hotkey, power/standby button,

and display switch, when the notebook is on:

■ Briefly pressing the power/standby button initiates

hibernation.

■ Pressing the fn+f5 hotkey, called the sleep button in a

Windows operating system, initiates standby.

■ Closing the notebook presses the display switch, which turns

off the display.

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To change the function of the power/standby button, the fn+f5 hotkey, or the display switch:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Advanced tab.

❏ To change the function of the display switch when you

close the display, select a function from the drop-down list for When I close the lid of my portable computer. (The function of the display switch when you open the display is unaffected by these settings. When you open the display while the notebook is in standby, the display switch turns on the notebook.)

❏ To change the function of the power/standby button, select

a function from the drop-down list for When I press the power button on my computer.

❏ To change the function of the fn+f5 hotkey, select a

function from the drop-down list for When I press the sleep button on my computer.

2. Select OK.

The hibernate function is available in the power button, sleep button, and display switch drop-down lists only if hibernation is enabled. If the Hibernate function is not available on these lists:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab.

2. Select the Enable hibernation check box.

3. Select OK.

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Processor Performance Controls (Select Models Only)

On select notebook models, Windows XP supports software that enables you to control processor performance. The central processing unit (CPU) speed can be set for optimal performance or for optimal power conservation.

For example, the software can be set to trigger an automatic change in processor speed when the power source changes from external power to battery pack power, or when the notebook use changes between active and idle.

Processor performance controls are managed in the Power Options window.

To access Windows XP processor performance controls:

» Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance > Power Options > Power Schemes tab.

The power scheme you select determines how the processor performs when the notebook is connected to external power or running on battery power. Each power scheme for external power or battery power sets a specific processor state.

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Power

Different states may be used, depending on whether the notebook is running on external or battery power. After a power scheme has been set, no other intervention is required to control the performance of your notebook processor. The following table describes the processor performance on external and battery power for the available power schemes.

Processor Performance

Power Scheme

Home/Office Desk Always runs at the highest

Portable/Laptop Performance state is

Presentation Performance state is

Always On Always runs at the highest

Minimal Power Management

Max Battery Performance state is

While on External Power

performance state.

determined based on CPU demand.

performance state.

Performance state is determined based on CPU demand.

determined based on CPU demand.

Processor Performance While on Battery Power

Performance state is determined based on CPU demand.

Runs at the lowest possible performance state.

Always runs at the highest performance state.

Performance state is determined based on CPU demand.

Runs at the lowest possible performance state.

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Battery Pack

Charging a Battery Pack

To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays:

■ If you are charging a new battery pack: ❏ Charge the battery pack while the notebook is connected

to external power through the AC adapter.

❏ When you charge the battery pack, charge it fully.

■ If you are charging an in-use battery pack: ❏ Allow the battery pack to discharge to about 10 percent of

a full charge through normal use before charging it.

❏ When you charge the battery pack, charge it fully.

A battery pack inserted in the notebook charges whenever the notebook is connected to external power through an AC adapter or through an optional docking device or an optional automobile or aircraft adapter.

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A battery pack inserted in the notebook charges whether the notebook is off or in use, but the battery pack charges faster while the notebook is off. Charging may take longer if a battery pack is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature.

The battery light displays charge status as follows:

■ On: The battery pack is charging.

■ Blinking: The battery pack has reached a low-battery

condition and is not charging.

■ Off: The battery pack is fully charged or not installed.

For information about determining the amount of charge in a battery pack, refer to “Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack” in this chapter.

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Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack

Obtaining Accurate Charge Reports

To increase the accuracy of battery charge reports:

■ Allow a battery pack to discharge to about 10 percent of a full

charge through normal use before charging it.

■ When you charge a battery pack, charge it fully. The charge

in even a new battery pack may be reported inaccurately until the battery pack has been fully charged at least once.

■ If a battery pack has been unused for one month or more,

calibrate the battery pack instead of simply charging it.

For information about battery calibration, refer to “Calibrating a

Battery Pack,” later in this chapter.

Displaying Charge Reports

To display battery charge information on the screen in Windows, use the Windows Power Meter feature.

To access the Windows Power Meter display:

■ Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance > Power Options > Power Meter tab.

– or –

■ Double-click the Power Meter icon, which is displayed by

default in the taskbar. To display the Power Meter icon if the default setting has been changed:

Select

Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance > Power Options > Advanced

Select the

Select

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Always show

OK.

icon on the taskbar check box.

tab.

Power Meter displays battery status in both percentage and time:

■ The percentage indicates the amount of charge remaining in

the battery pack.

■ The time indicates the approximate running time remaining

on the battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide power at the current level. For example, the time remaining

will decrease if you start playing a DVD and will increase if you stop playing a DVD.

Low-Battery Conditions

Identifying Low-Battery Conditions

When a battery pack that is the only power source for the notebook reaches a low-battery condition, a text warning message is displayed, and the battery light blinks.

If a low-battery condition is not resolved and the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack continues to drop, the notebook eventually enters a critical low-battery condition.

When the notebook enters a critical low-battery condition:

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■ If hibernation is enabled, the system initiates hibernation.

Unsaved work may be lost.

■ If hibernation is disabled, the notebook remains briefly in

standby, and then shuts down. All unsaved work is lost.

Hibernation is enabled by default. To verify that hibernation is enabled:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab.

2. Be sure the Enable hibernation check box is selected.

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Resolving Low-Battery Conditions

CAUTION: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery condition

and has begun to initiate hibernation, do not restore power until the power/standby light turns off.

To resolve a low-battery condition:

■ If external power is available, connect the notebook to the

external power source.

■ If a charged battery pack is available, turn off the notebook or

initiate hibernation, insert the charged battery pack, and then turn on the notebook.

■ If no power source is available, save your work. Then initiate

hibernation or shut down the notebook.

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Calibrating a Battery Pack

When to Calibrate

Even if a battery pack is heavily used, calibration should be necessary only once a month. You do not have to calibrate a new battery pack before first use.

Calibration does not usually increase battery run time, but it can increase the accuracy of battery charge displays, especially under the following conditions:

■ When the battery pack has been unused for one month

or more.

■ When the notebook has been running primarily on

external power (and rarely on battery power) for more than one month.

■ When battery charge displays report large changes in the

percentage of power remaining within 2 minutes. For example, if the Power Meter displays 20 percent of a full charge remaining and then less than 2 minutes later displays only 5 percent of a full charge remaining, the rapid drop in charge remaining indicates that the battery pack needs calibration.

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For more information about battery charge displays, refer to

“Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack,” earlier in this

chapter.

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How to Calibrate

To calibrate a battery pack, you must fully charge, fully discharge, and then fully recharge the battery pack.

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge the battery pack while the notebook is on. To charge the battery pack:

1. Insert the battery pack into the notebook.

2. Connect the notebook to external power through the AC adapter or an optional automobile or aircraft adapter. (The notebook battery light is on as the battery pack charges.)

3. Leave the notebook connected to external power until the battery pack is fully charged. (The notebook battery light is turned off.)

Discharging the Battery Pack

CAUTION: To prevent loss of work, save your work before beginning

an unattended discharge procedure.

The notebook must remain on throughout the discharge process. The battery pack can discharge whether or not you are using the notebook, but the battery pack will discharge faster if the notebook is in use.

If you use the notebook occasionally during the discharge process described below and have set energy-saving timeouts, expect the following performance from your system during the discharge:

■ Any unsaved work from your current session will be lost

when the battery pack is fully discharged and the notebook is shut down.

■ The system will not turn off a connected optional monitor.

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■ The system will not decrease hard drive speed while the

notebook is idle.

■ System-initiated standby will not occur.

To fully discharge the battery pack:

1. Disable hibernation. To disable hibernation: a. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab.

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b. Clear the Enable hibernation check box

2. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Power Schemes tab.

3. Record all settings in the Plugged in column and all settings in the Running on batteries column, so you can reset them after calibration.

4. Use the drop-down lists to set each item in both columns to Never.

5. Select OK.

6. Disconnect the notebook from the external power source, but do not turn off the notebook.

7. Run the notebook on battery power until the battery pack is fully discharged. When the battery pack is fully discharged, the notebook is shut down.

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Recharging the Battery Pack

CAUTION: After calibrating the battery pack, reenable hibernation.

Failure to reenable hibernation may result in a complete battery drain and potential data loss. To reenable hibernation:

1. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab.

2. Select the Enable hibernation check box.

3. Select Apply.

To recharge the battery pack:

1. Connect the notebook to external power and maintain the connection until the battery pack is fully recharged and the battery light is turned off.

You can use the notebook while the battery pack is recharging, but the battery pack will charge faster if the notebook is turned off.

2. If the notebook is turned off, turn on the notebook after the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light is off.

3. Select

Start > Control Panel > Performance and

Maintenance

> Power Options > Power Schemes

tab.

4. Reenter the settings you recorded earlier for the items in the Plugged in column and the Running on batteries column.

5. Select OK.

Conserving Battery Pack Power

Using the following battery conservation settings and procedures extends the time that a battery pack can run the notebook from a single charge.

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Conserving Power as You Work

To conserve power as you work:

■ Prevent devices you are not using from drawing power from

the notebook. For example:

❏ Turn off wireless connections and exit modem

applications when you are not using them.

❏ Disconnect any external devices from the notebook that

are not plugged into an external power source.

❏ Stop or remove an inserted PC Card or ExpressCard. ❏ Disable or remove an inserted digital card. ❏ Turn off a device connected to the S-Video-out jack.

■ Use optional, externally powered speakers instead of the

internal speakers whenever possible. When you must use the internal speakers, minimize system volume. Volume can be adjusted with the volume buttons.

■ Minimize screen brightness. To decrease screen brightness,

press the the

fn+f7 hotkey. To increase screen brightness, press

fn+f8 hotkey.

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■ If you leave your work, initiate standby or hibernation, or

shut down the notebook.

Selecting Power Conservation Settings

To set the notebook to use less power in Windows:

■ Select a short wait for the screen saver and select a screen

saver with minimal graphics and motion. To access screen saver settings:

» Select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and

Themes > Choose a Screensaver.

■ Through the operating system, select a power scheme with

low-power-use settings. Refer to “Using Power Schemes,” earlier in this chapter.

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Replacing a Battery Pack

CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that

is the only power source, turn off the notebook or initiate hibernation. (If you initiate hibernation, do not begin the following procedure until the power/standby lights are turned off, indicating that hibernation is complete.)

Removing a Battery Pack

To remove a battery pack:

1. Turn the notebook upside down.

2. Slide the battery release latch 1 to release the battery pack.

3. Pivot the battery pack away from the notebook 2 and remove it from the battery bay 3.

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Inserting a Battery Pack

To insert a battery pack:

1. Turn the notebook upside down.

2. Insert the battery pack 1 into the battery bay and rotate it 2 until it is seated.

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Storing a Battery Pack

CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to

high temperatures for extended periods of time.

If a notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than 2 weeks, remove any battery packs and store them separately.

High temperatures accelerate the self-discharge rate of a stored battery pack. To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack, store it in a cool, dry place.

Use the following table to estimate how long you can safely store a battery pack. The storage times provided are based on a battery pack that contains 50 percent of a full charge. A fully charged battery pack can be safely stored for longer periods; a battery pack containing a lower charge can be safely stored for less time.

Calibrate a battery pack that has been stored for one month or more before using it.

Temperature Range °F

115° to 140° 46° to 60° Less than 1 month

79° to 113° 26° to 45° No more than 3 months

32° to 77° 0° to 25° 1 year

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Temperature Range °C Safe Storage Time

Disposing of a Used Battery Pack

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble,

crush, or puncture a battery pack; short the external contacts on a battery pack; or dispose of a battery pack in fire or water. Do not expose a battery pack to high temperatures above 60°C (140°F). Replace only with the battery pack approved for this notebook.

When a battery pack has reached the end of its useful life, do not

dispose of the battery pack in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for computer battery pack disposal.

In Europe, dispose of or recycle battery packs by using the public collection system or by returning them to HP, your service partner, or their agents.

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Keyboard and TouchPad

TouchPad

TouchPad Components

Component Description

TouchPad* Moves the pointer.

TouchPad horizontal scroll

zone

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Scrolls left or right.

(Continued)

Keyboard and TouchPad

Component Description

Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an

Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an

external mouse.

TouchPad vertical scroll

zone*

This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of these TouchPad components, refer to “Setting TouchPad

Preferences,” later in this chapter.

Scrolls up or down.

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Using the TouchPad

In Windows the TouchPad provides the navigation, selection, and scroll functions of an optional external mouse.

■ To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad

surface in the direction you want to move the pointer.

■ To execute the click functions of the left or right button on

an external mouse, press the left or right TouchPad button.

■ To scroll, slide your finger along a scroll zone in the direction

you want to scroll. Sliding your finger from the TouchPad region to a scroll zone without first lifting your finger from the TouchPad region will not activate the scrolling region.

The TouchPad is enabled when the notebook is turned on. If you work with keystrokes rather than mouse actions, you may prefer to disable the TouchPad to prevent accidental TouchPad activity.

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Keyboard and TouchPad

Setting TouchPad Preferences

Mouse Properties in Windows enables you to customize settings for pointing devices, including:

■ Enabling or disabling a pointing device (enabled by default).

■ TouchPad tapping, which enables you to tap the TouchPad

once to select an object or twice to double-click an object (enabled by default).

■ Edge motion, which enables you to continue to scroll even

though your finger has reached the edge of the TouchPad (disabled by default).

■ Palm Check, which helps prevent moving the pointer

unintentionally if your palms contact the TouchPad as you type (disabled by default).

Other features, such as mouse speed preferences and mouse trails, are also found in the Mouse Properties window.

To access Mouse Properties:

» Select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other

Hardware > Mouse. In the TouchPad Properties window you can access additional

TouchPad preferences.

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Hotkeys

Identifying Hotkeys

Hotkeys are preset combinations of the fn key 2 with one of the following keys:

enter key 5, and end key 6.

esc key 1, function keys 3, backspace key 4,

Keyboard and TouchPad

The icons on the hotkey functions.

The functions of all hotkeys are described in the following sections.

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f1 through f12 function keys represent their

Keyboard and TouchPad

Hotkey Quick Reference

The following table identifies the default hotkey functions.

The function of the fn+f5 hotkey can be changed. For

✎

instructions, refer to “Setting Other Power Preferences” in

Chapter 2, “Power.”

Default Function Hotkey

Opens Help and Support Center. fn+f1 Opens print options window. fn+f2 Opens default Internet browser. fn+f3 Switches the image among displays. fn+f4 Initiates standby. fn+f5 Initiates QuickLock. fn+f6 Decreases screen brightness. fn+f7 Increases screen brightness. fn+f8 Plays, pauses, or resumes an audio CD or DVD. fn+f9 Stops an audio CD or DVD. fn+f10

Plays the previous track or chapter on an audio CD or DVD.

Plays the next track or chapter on an audio CD or DVD. fn+f12 Navigates back in an application fn+backspace Selects an option on the screen. fn+enter

Displays system information. *To clear the information display, press esc.

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fn+f11

fn+esc

Keyboard and TouchPad

Hotkey Procedures

Using Hotkeys on the Internal Keyboard

To use a hotkey command on the notebook keyboard, use either of the following procedures:

■ Briefly press fn, and then briefly press the second key of

the hotkey command.

■ Press and hold down fn, briefly press the second key of the

hotkey command, and then release both keys at the same time.

Using Hotkeys on an External Keyboard

To use a hotkey command on an external keyboard, press the

scroll lock key twice, then the second key only of the hotkey

combination. For example, to use the external keyboard, press

scroll lock+scroll lock+f7.

fn+f7 command on an

Using Hotkey Commands

Open Help and Support Center (fn+f1)

The fn+f1 hotkey opens the Help and Support Center. In addition to providing information about your Windows

operating system, the Help and Support Center provides

■ Information about your notebook, such as model and serial

number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications.

■ Answers to questions about using your notebook.

■ Tutorials to help you learn to use notebook and Windows

features.

■ Updates for your Windows operating system, drivers, and the

software provided on your notebook.

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■ Checkups for notebook functionality.

■ Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions,

and system recovery procedures.

■ Links to Compaq support specialists.

In Windows, you can also access the Help and Support Center by selecting Start > Help and Support.

Open Print Window (fn+f2)

The fn+f2 hotkey opens the print options window of the active Windows application.

Open Web Browser (fn+f3)

The fn+f3 hotkey opens your Web browser.

■ Until you have set up your Internet or network services, the

fn+f3 hotkey opens the Windows Internet Connection wizard.

For information about using the wizard and other Internet connection methods, refer to the printed Getting Started guide included with your notebook.

■ After you have set up your Internet or network services and

your Web browser home page, you can use the

fn+f3 hotkey to

quickly access your home page and the Internet.

Switch Image (fn+f4)

The fn+f4 hotkey switches the image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is connected to the notebook through the monitor port, each time you press the

fn+f4 hotkey the image switches among the notebook display, the

monitor display, and a simultaneous display on both the notebook and the monitor.

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Most external monitors receive video information from the notebook using the external VGA video standard. The hotkey can also toggle images among other devices receiving video information from the notebook.

The following video transmission types, with examples of devices that use them, are supported by the

■ LCD (notebook display)

■ External VGA (most external monitors)

■ S-Video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video capture

boards with S-Video-in jacks)

■ Composite video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video

capture boards with composite video-in jacks)

Composite video can be connected to the notebook only when

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it is connected to an optional docking device.

Initiate Standby (fn+f5)

Keyboard and TouchPad

fn+f4

fn+f4 hotkey:

The fn+f5 hotkey is set by default to initiate standby. When standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access

memory (RAM), the screen is cleared, and power is conserved. When the notebook is in standby, the power/standby lights blink.

■ To initiate standby, the notebook must be on. If the notebook

is in hibernation, you must restore from hibernation before you can initiate standby.

■ To resume from standby, briefly press the power/standby

button, use the TouchPad, press any key on the keyboard, or press the music button, DVD button, or a TouchPad button. To restore from hibernation, briefly press the power/standby button.

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The function of the fn+f5 hotkey can be changed. For example, you can set the standby. In all Windows operating system windows, references to the sleep button apply to the

fn+f5 hotkey to initiate hibernation instead of

fn+f5 hotkey.

For information about changing the function of the refer to “Setting Other Power Preferences” in Chapter 2,

“Power.”

For more information about using standby and hibernation, refer to Chapter 2, “Power.”

Initiate QuickLock (fn+f6)

In Windows the fn+f6 hotkey initiates the QuickLock security feature.

QuickLock protects your work by displaying the operating system Log On window. While the Log On window is displayed, the notebook cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password is entered.

Before you can use QuickLock, you must set a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password. For instructions, refer to the Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, press the and Support.

To use QuickLock, press lock the notebook. Then follow the instructions on the screen to enter your Windows user password or your Windows administrator password and access the notebook.

fn+f1 hotkey or select Start > Help

fn+f6 to display the Log On window and

fn+f5 hotkey,

For information about combining Windows passwords with Compaq passwords, refer to “Passwords” in Chapter 12,

“Security.”

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Decrease Brightness (fn+f7)

The fn+f7 hotkey decreases the brightness of the notebook screen. The longer you hold down the dims. Decreasing screen brightness conserves power.

fn+f7 hotkey, the more the screen

Keyboard and TouchPad

To increase screen brightness, press the

fn+f8 hotkey.

Increase Brightness (fn+f8)

The fn+f8 hotkey increases the brightness of the notebook screen. The longer you hold down the the screen brightens.

To decrease screen brightness, press the

fn+f8 hotkey, the more

fn+f7 hotkey.

Media Activity Hotkeys (fn+f9 through fn+f12)

The 4 left-hand buttons control media activity. The

✎

3 right-hand buttons control volume.

The following 4 media activity hotkeys can be used to control the play of an audio CD or a DVD.

To control the play of a video CD in Windows, use the media activity controls in your Windows video CD player application.

In Windows, you can also control the play of an audio CD, a DVD, a video CD, or an MP3 file by using the media activity buttons on your notebook.

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Play, Pause or Resume an Audio CD or a DVD (fn+f9)

■ If the audio CD or the DVD is not playing, press the fn+f9

hotkey to begin or resume the play.

■ If the audio CD or the DVD is playing, press the fn+f9 hotkey

to pause the play.

Stop an Audio CD or a DVD (fn+f10)

The fn+f10 hotkey stops the play of an audio CD or a DVD. You must stop a CD or DVD that is playing before you can

remove it from the optical drive.

Play Previous Track or Chapter of an Audio CD or a DVD (fn+f11)

The fn+f11 hotkey plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous chapter of a DVD that is playing.

Play Next Track or Chapter of an Audio CD or a DVD (fn+f12)

The fn+f12 hotkey plays the next track of an audio CD or the next chapter of a DVD that is playing.

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Navigate Back (fn+backspace)

In Windows, the fn+backspace hotkey navigates backward in the current application. It has the same function as the Windows hotkey.

Select an Item on the Screen (fn+enter)

The fn+enter hotkey selects items on the screen. Press the fn+enter hotkey once to make a selection.

Display System Information (fn+esc)

The fn+esc hotkey displays information about system hardware components and software version numbers.

fn+esc display, the version of the system BIOS (basic

In the input-output system) is displayed as the BIOS date. On some notebook models, the BIOS date is displayed in decimal format. The BIOS date is sometimes called the system ROM version

number.

For information about updating the system ROM, refer to

Chapter 8, “Memory Modules.”

alt+left arrow

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Keypads

Using an Embedded Numeric Keypad

The 15 keys of the embedded numeric keypad 1 can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. When the embedded numeric keypad is turned on, each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.

The embedded numeric keypad cannot be used while an

✎

external numeric keypad is connected to the notebook.

To turn the keypad on:

» Press fn+num lk 2. The num lock light 3 is turned on.

To turn the embedded numeric keypad off, press

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fn+num lk again.

Keyboard and TouchPad

Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys

You can temporarily switch the functions of an embedded numeric keypad key between its standard function and its keypad function.

■ To use a key on the keypad as a keypad key while the

keypad is turned off, press and hold

■ To use a key on the keypad as a standard key while the

keypad is turned on:

❏ Press and hold fn to type with the key in lowercase. ❏ Press and hold fn+shift to type with the key in uppercase.

fn while pressing the key.

Releasing a keypad key returns to its keypad function if the keypad is turned on or to its standard function if the keypad is turned off.

fn returns a keypad key to its set function. For example,

Using an External Numeric Keypad

The embedded numeric keypad cannot be turned on while an

✎

optional external numeric keypad is connected to the notebook.

Most keys on most external numeric keypads function differently when num lock mode is on than when num lock mode is off. For example:

■ When num lock mode is on, most keypad keys type numbers.

■ When num lock mode is off, most keypad keys function like

the arrow, page up, or page down keys.

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Turning Num Lock Mode On and Off As You Work

To turn num lock mode on or off on an external numeric keypad as you work, press the not on the notebook.

■ When an external numeric keypad is turned on and is in num

lock mode, the num lock light on the notebook is on.

■ When an external numeric keypad is turned off or is turned

on with num lock mode turned off, the num lock light on the notebook is off.

num lk key on the external numeric keypad,

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Audio Features

Adjusting the Volume

To adjust volume, use the volume buttons on the notebook.

Component Description

Volume down button Press to decrease volume.

Volume up button Press to increase volume.

Volume mute button Press to mute volume. The mute light

is turned on.

Multimedia

To restore volume, press the

✎

volume down, volume up, or volume mute button.

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Multimedia

You can also adjust volume by using the volume control software available in the Windows operating system and in some Windows multimedia applications.

The volume mute button on the notebook overrides all software

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volume settings.

To access the Windows volume controls:

» Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio

Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices > Volume tab.

Using the Audio-In (Microphone) Jack

The audio-in (microphone) jack connects an optional stereo microphone.

It is recommended that you use an electret condenser microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. If you connect a dynamic microphone, the recommended sensitivity may not be achieved.

Depending on your notebook model, the location of the audio-in (microphone) jack varies.

Using the Audio-Out (Headphone) Jack

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume

before putting on headphones.

CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not

plug a monaural (single sound channel) plug into an audio-out jack.

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Connecting the Audio-Out (Headphone) Jack

An audio-out jack, sometimes called a headphone jack, connects optional headphones or externally powered stereo speakers. An audio-out jack is also used to connect the audio functions of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. The notebook is set by default to transmit analog audio signals through the audio-out (headphone) jack.

The notebook can also transmit S/PDIF digital audio signals through the audio-out jacks. To transmit S/PDIF signals to an external device, the system must include an optional docking device.

When any device is connected to an audio-out jack, the internal

✎

speakers are disabled.

When you connect a device to an audio-out jack, use only a

✎

3.5-mm plug.

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The location of the audio-out (headphone) jack varies, depending on your notebook model.

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Video Features

Connecting an S-Video Device

Connecting the Audio

The S-Video-out jack supports video signals only. If you are setting up a configuration that combines audio and

video functions, such as playing a DVD movie on your notebook and displaying it on your television, you need a standard 3.5-mm audio cable, available from most computer or electronics retailers.

Plug one end of the audio cable into an audio-out (headphone) jack on the notebook. Plug the other end of the cable into the audio-in jack on the external device.

For more information about the notebook audio-out jacks and about the types of devices that can be connected to them, refer to

“Using the Audio-Out (Headphone) Jack,” earlier in this chapter.

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Connecting the Video

To transmit video signals through the S-Video-out jack, you need a standard S-Video cable, available from most computer or electronics retailers.

To connect the S-Video cable:

1. Plug either end of the S-Video cable into the notebook S-Video-out jack, illustrated below.

2. Plug the other end of the cable into the S-Video-in jack on the external device.

Depending on your notebook model, the location of the

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S-Video-out jack will vary.

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Displaying a Video Image

To display a video image, both the notebook and the video device must be turned on.

Switch the image between the notebook display and the video device display by repeatedly pressing the

fn+f4 hotkey switches the image among the notebook display,

the any connected displays, and simultaneous display.

The notebook can transmit composite video signals to an external device only when an optional docking device is connected to the notebook.

Multimedia Software

The multimedia software included with your notebook is determined by your region and notebook model.

The following list describes the capabilities of some of the multimedia software that may be included with your notebook.

■ Windows Media Player—Plays audio CDs and DVDs, and

copies audio and data CDs. It also plays common audio and video file types, such as MP3, WMA, AVI, MPG, and WMV. This software is included with the Windows operating system.

fn+f4 hotkey. Pressing

■ InterVideo WinDVD—Plays video CDs and DVD movies.

This software is preinstalled on select notebooks. You can also obtain this software by any of the following methods:

❏ Install WinDVD from the Driver Recovery disc provided

with most notebooks.

❏ If you do not have the Driver Recovery disc, contact

Customer Care for a copy of the restore solution for you notebook.

Download the software from the Compaq Web site:

http://www.compaq.com

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■ InterVideo WinDVD Creator Plus—Provides the ability to

create, edit, and burn movies to a DVD or video CD. This software is located on the InterVideo WinDVD Creator CD, included with select notebooks.

■ Sonic RecordNow!—Enables you to create copies of data and

audio CDs and DVDs, and create personalized audio CDs and DVDs. RecordNow! is preinstalled on select notebooks.

For more information about using multimedia software, refer

✎

to the online Help for the software.

Your notebook may include additional multimedia software. Be sure to explore

■ Your desktop icons.

■ The software listed at Start > All Programs.

■ The preloaded items that may be available at Start > All

Programs > SW Setup.

Observing the Copyright Warning

Multimedia

It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. This notebook should not be used for such purposes.

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Installing Software

To install software included with the notebook from a CD:

1. Connect the notebook to a reliable electrical outlet.

2. Close any open applications.

3. Insert a software CD into the optical drive.

❏ If Autorun is enabled an installation wizard is displayed. ❏ If Autorun is disabled, select Start > Run. Enter

x:\setup.exe

where x is your CD drive designation and then select OK.

4. When the installation wizard is displayed, follow the installation instructions on the screen.

5. Restart the notebook if prompted.

Repeat the installation procedure for all software you want to

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install.

WinDVD Creator has special drive requirements for proper

✎

installation. To install WinDVD Creator, refer to the instructions provided with the InterVideo WinDVD Creator CD.

Enabling AutoPlay

AutoPlay is an option in Windows that turns the Autorun feature on or off. Autorun starts a program or plays a title on a disc as soon as it is inserted into the drive and the drive door is closed. By default, AutoPlay is enabled on the notebook.

To disable AutoPlay or to enable AutoPlay if the feature has been turned off, refer to your operating system documentation or visit the Microsoft Web site at

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http://www.microsoft.com.

Changing DVD Region Settings

CAUTION: The region settings on your DVD drive can only be changed

5times.

■ The region setting you select the fifth time becomes the permanent

region setting on the DVD drive.

■ The number of allowable region changes remaining on the drive

is displayed in the Remaining Times Until Permanent field in the WinDVD window. The number in the field includes the fifth and permanent change.

Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protect copyrights internationally.

You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive.

If the region code on a DVD does not match the region setting on your drive, a “Playback Of Content From This Region Is Not Permitted” message is displayed when you insert the DVD. To play the DVD, you must change the region setting on your DVD drive. DVD region settings can be changed through the operating system or through some DVD players.

Multimedia

Using the Operating System

To change settings through the operating system:

1. Open Device Manager by selecting Start > My Computer. Right-click in the window and select Properties > Hardware tab > Device Manager.

2. Select DVD/CD-ROM drives, right-click the DVD drive for which you want to change region settings, and then select

Properties.

3. Make the desired changes on the DVD Region tab.

4. Select OK.

5. For additional information, refer to the Windows operating system Help and Support.

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Using WinDVD

To change the region settings on a drive using WinDVD:

1. Open WinDVD through one of the following methods:

❏ Select the WinDVD Player icon in the notification area,

at the far right of the taskbar.

❏ Select Start > (All) Programs > InterVideo WinDVD >

InterVideo WinDVD.

2. Right-click the WinDVD player window.

3. Select Setup.

4. Select the button for the region.

5. Select OK.

Using Other DVD Software

To change region settings on a drive using a DVD player other then WinDVD, refer to the documentation provided with the player.

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Drives

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of critical data loss, initiate standby

before you move the notebook or an optional external hard drive from one location to another. To initiate standby, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Standby. For more information on initiating and resuming from standby, refer to Chapter 2, “Power.”

Removable drives enable you to store and access data. A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive to a USB port

on the notebook or on an optional docking device. For information about connecting a USB drive, refer to the “Using

USB Devices” section in Chapter 9.

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Drive Care

Drives are fragile notebook components that must be handled with care. The following cautions apply to all drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply.

CAUTION: To prevent loss or damage to the notebook or a drive:

■ Handle a drive carefully. Do not drop it.

■ Excessive force can damage drive connectors. When you insert a

drive, use only enough force to seat the drive.

■ Do not spray a drive with cleaning fluid or other liquid or expose it

to temperature extremes.

■ Do not remove the primary hard drive (the hard drive in the hard

drive bay) except for repair or replacement.

■ Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components.

To prevent electrostatic damage to the notebook or a drive:

❏ Discharge yourself from static electricity before handling a

drive by touching a grounded metal object

❏ Avoid touching the connectors on a drive.

For more information about preventing electrostatic damage, refer to the

■ Avoid exposing a drive or a diskette to devices with magnetic

fields. Security devices with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. The airport security devices that check carry-on luggage, usually while it is placed on a conveyor belt, use x-rays instead of magnetism and will not damage a drive or a diskette.

■ If you mail a drive, ship it in packaging that protects it from shock,

vibration, temperature, and high humidity. Label the package “FRAGILE.”

Regulatory and Safety Notices

guide.

Airport security devices that check carry-on luggage placed on

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a conveyor belt use x-rays instead of magnetism and will not damage a hard drive.

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Removing the Primary Hard Drive

CAUTION: To prevent system lockup and loss of information:

■ Shut down the notebook before removing the hard drive from the

hard drive bay. Do not remove the hard drive while the notebook is on, in standby or in hibernation.

■ If you are not sure whether the notebook is in hibernation, turn the

notebook on by pressing the power/standby button. Then shut down the notebook through the operating system.

The hard drive that is in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive. Remove it only after the notebook is properly shut down.

To remove the primary hard drive:

1. Save your work and close any open applications.

2. Shut down the notebook and close the display.

3. Turn the notebook upside down.

4. Loosen the screws in the hard drive bay cover.

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5. Lift the hard drive bay cover 1 and remove it from the notebook 2.

6. Slide the hard drive toward the edge of the notebook to release it 1.

7. Remove the hard drive 2.

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Reinstalling the Primary Hard Drive

To reinstall the primary hard drive:

1. Lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay 1.

2. Slide the hard drive away from the edge of the notebook until it is fully seated 2.

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3. Align the tabs on the hard drive cover with the slots on the notebook 1 and press the hard drive cover down until it snaps into place 2.

4. Tighten the screws on the hard drive bay cover.

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Removing an Optical Disc (Without Power)

To remove an optical disc when power is unavailable:

1. Insert the end of a paper clip into the release access in the front bezel of the drive 1.

2. Press gently on the paper clip until the media tray is released, and then pull out the tray until it is fully extended 2.

3. Remove the disc from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc 3. Handle the disc by the edges, not the flat surfaces. If the media tray is not fully extended, tilt the disc as you remove it. To protect the disc, place it in a protective case

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4. Close the media tray.

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Displaying Optical Disc Contents

When an optical disc is inserted into a drive and Autorun is enabled, the contents of the disc display on the screen.

To display the contents of a disc when Autorun is not enabled:

1. Click Start > Run, and then type

where x = the designation of the drive containing the disc.

2. Press

enter.

Avoiding Standby or Hibernation

CAUTION: To prevent possible video degradation and loss of audio or

video playback functionality, do not initiate standby or hibernation while playing any type of media.

If standby or hibernation is accidentally initiated while a drive medium (such as a CD, CD-RW, or DVD) is in use, the following results may occur:

■ Your playback may be interrupted.

■ You may see the following warning: “Putting the computer

into hibernation or standby may stop the playback. Do you want to continue?” Select No.

Resume from hibernation or standby by pressing the power/standby button. Audio or video may resume or you may need to restart the medium.

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PC Cards and ExpressCards

What Is a PC Card?

CAUTION: If you install software or enablers provided by a PC Card

manufacturer, you may not be able to use other PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers:

■ Install only the device drivers for your operating system.

■ Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services,

or enablers, that may also be supplied by the PC Card manufacturer.

A PC Card is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA).

■ The notebook supports 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit

PC Cards.

■ The notebook is equipped with one PC Card slot, and

it supports 2 Type I cards or 2 Type II cards.

■ Zoomed video PC Cards are not supported.

■ 12-V PC Cards are not supported.

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Inserting a PC Card

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors:

■ Use minimal pressure when inserting a PC Card into a

PC Card slot.

■ Do not move or transport the notebook while a PC Card is inserted.

1. Press the PC Card eject button 1, and then remove the PC Card cover 2.

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PC Cards and ExpressCards

2. Hold the PC Card label-side up with the connector facing the notebook.

3. Gently slide the card into the slot until the card is seated. The operating system will issue a sound to indicate that a device has been detected.

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Removing a PC Card

CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop the

PC Card before removing it.

1. Stop the PC Card by selecting the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar, and then selecting the PC Card. (To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, select Show Hidden Icons on the taskbar.)

2. Press the PC Card eject button 1. (This action extends the button into position for releasing the PC Card.)

3. Gently slide out the card 2.

4. Replace the PC Card cover if you are not inserting another PC Card.

An inserted PC Card uses power even when not in use. To

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conserve power, stop or remove a PC Card when you are not using it.

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What Is an ExpressCard?

The ExpressCard is a next-generation PC Card with higher performance and scalability and is designed to conform to the standard specifications of the PCMCIA.

To support a broad range of applications, ExpressCards come in 2 sizes: ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54. The ExpressCard slot on your notebook supports one ExpressCard, which may be either size.

PC Cards and ExpressCards

Component

ExpressCard/34

ExpressCard/54

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PC Cards and ExpressCards

Configuring an ExpressCard

CAUTION: If you install all of the software or any of the enablers

provided by an ExpressCard manufacturer, you may not be able to use other ExpressCards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your ExpressCard to install device drivers:

■ Install only the device drivers for your operating system.

■ Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services,

or enablers, that may also be supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer.

Inserting an ExpressCard

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the ExpressCard connectors:

■ Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard into the

ExpressCard slot.

■ Do not move or transport the notebook while an ExpressCard is

inserted.

1. Firmly press and quickly release the ExpressCard cover to eject it 1.

2. Slide the ExpressCard cover out of the slot 2.

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3. Hold the ExpressCard label-side up with the connectors facing the notebook.

4. Gently slide the card into the slot until the card is seated.

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Removing an ExpressCard

CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop the

ExpressCard before removing it.

Stopping an ExpressCard, even if it is not in use, conserves

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power.

1. Close all applications and complete all activities that are supported by the ExpressCard.

2. To stop an ExpressCard, select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, and then select the ExpressCard. (To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, click the arrow icon for Show Hidden Icons.)

3. Gently press and quickly release the ExpressCard to eject it 1.

4. Slide the ExpressCard out of the slot 2.

5. Replace the ExpressCard cover if you are not inserting another ExpressCard.

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Digital Memory Cards

(Select Models Only)

Using Digital Media

The Memory Reader supports the following digital media formats:

■ Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card (SD Card)

■ Secure Digital Input/Output (SD I/O)

■ MultiMediaCard (MMC)

■ Memory Stick (MS)

■ Memory Stick Pro (MSP)

■ SmartMedia (SM)

■ xD-Picture Card (XD)

Digital memory cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. SD I/O cards provide extended input/output functions, such as wireless LAN and digital TV tuner devices. These cards are often used with digital media-equipped cameras and PDAs as well as other notebooks.

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Digital Memory Cards (Select Models Only)

Inserting Digital Cards

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors:

■ Use minimal force when inserting a digital card into a Memory

Reader.

■ Do not move or transport the notebook while digital cards are

inserted.

1. Hold the card label-side up with the connectors facing the notebook.

2. Gently slide the card into the Memory Reader until the card is seated. (The card will extend slightly beyond the edge of the notebook.)

7–2 Hardware and Software Guide

Digital Memory Cards (Select Models Only)

Removing Digital Cards

To remove a digital card:

1. Complete all activities that are supported by the card (such as a data transfer) and close all applications.

2. To stop a digital card, select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, and then select the digital card. (To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, click the arrow icon for Show Hidden Icons.)

3. Slide the card out of the slot.

Hardware and Software Guide 7–3

HP Compaq Presario V4000 CTO, Compaq Presario V4000, Compaq Presario V4000XX, Compaq Presario V4002XX, Compaq Presario V4003XX Hardware and Software Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Top Components

Keys

Component ID

TouchPad

Power Controls

Buttons

Lights

Wireless Antennae (Select Models Only)

Front Components

Speakers and Display Release Button

Lights

Left-Side Components

Ports and Jacks

Media and Memory Card Slots

Right-Side Components

Bottom Components

Mini PCI and Memory Module Compartment

Bays, Battery Latch and Vents

Additional Hardware Components

Additional Components

Optical Discs

Labels

Power

Power Sources

Standby and Hibernation

Standby

Hibernation

Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown

When You Leave Your Work

When the Power Supply Is Uncertain

When Using Infrared Communication or Drive Media

Default Power Settings

Turning the Notebook On or Off

Initiating or Resuming from Standby

Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation

Emergency Shutdown Procedures

Power Options

Using Power Schemes

Setting a Standby Password

Setting Other Power Preferences

Processor Performance Controls (Select Models Only)

Battery Pack

Charging a Battery Pack

Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack

Obtaining Accurate Charge Reports

Displaying Charge Reports

Low-Battery Conditions

Identifying Low-Battery Conditions

Resolving Low-Battery Conditions

Calibrating a Battery Pack

When to Calibrate

How to Calibrate

Conserving Battery Pack Power

Conserving Power as You Work

Selecting Power Conservation Settings

Replacing a Battery Pack

Removing a Battery Pack

Inserting a Battery Pack

Storing a Battery Pack

Disposing of a Used Battery Pack

Keyboard and TouchPad

TouchPad

TouchPad Components

Using the TouchPad

Setting TouchPad Preferences

Hotkeys

Identifying Hotkeys

Hotkey Quick Reference

Hotkey Procedures

Using Hotkeys on the Internal Keyboard

Using Hotkeys on an External Keyboard

Using Hotkey Commands

Open Help and Support Center (fn+f1)

Open Print Window (fn+f2)

Open Web Browser (fn+f3)