HP OB2100 Service Manual

HP OmniBook 2100

Reference Guide

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Your HP OmniBook PC contains factory-installed software programs. Please read the Software License Agreement before proceeding.

Carefully read this License Agreement before proceeding to operate this equipment. Rights in the software are offered only on the condition that the customer agrees to all terms and conditions of the License Agreement. Proceeding to operate the equipment indicates your acceptance of these terms and conditions. If you do not agree with the terms of the License Agreement, you must now either remove the software from your hard disk drive and destroy the master media, or return the complete computer and software for a full refund.

Proceeding with configuration signifies your acceptance of the License Terms. Unless otherwise stated below, this HP Software Product License Agreement

shall govern the use of all software that is provided to you, the customer, as part of the HP computer product. It shall supersede any non-HP software license terms that may be found online, or in any documentation or other materials contained in the computer product packaging.

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Use.

Customer may use the software on any one computer. Customer may not network the software or otherwise use it on more than one computer. Customer may not reverse assemble or decompile the software unless authorized by law.

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Edition History

Edition 1 ........................................ September 1998

This manual is printed on recycled paper

Contents

1. Introducing the OmniBook ............................... 1-1

Taking Inventory....................................... 1-3

Included in the OmniBook 2100 box ....................... 1-3

To buy OmniBook accessories ........................... 1-4

OmniBook features ................................... 1-5

Setting Up Windows .................................... 1-8

To set up the OmniBook for the first time .................... 1-9

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup utility ............. 1-10

To run the BIOS Setup utility............................. 1-10

Configuring the OmniBook with TopTools ..................... 1-16

To install TopTools ................................... 1-16

To run TopTools ..................................... 1-16

To get more information about TopTools .................... 1-16

2. Operating the OmniBook ................................ 2-1

Starting and Stopping the OmniBook......................... 2-3

To start and stop the OmniBook .......................... 2-3

To reset the OmniBook ................................ 2-4

Using the OmniBook Touch Pad ............................ 2-5

To use the touch pad.................................. 2-5

To configure the touch pad ............................. 2-6

Using the OmniBook Display .............................. 2-7

To adjust the display brightness and contrast ................. 2-7

To extend the life of the display .......................... 2-7

To suspend the OmniBook when closing the display ............ 2-8

Adjusting the Audio System ............................... 2-9

To adjust the volume manually ........................... 2-9

To adjust the volume in Windows ......................... 2-9

Using the OmniBook Keyboard............................. 2-10

To use the Fn hot keys ................................. 2-11

To use the Windows keys ............................... 2-12

To use the embedded keypad............................ 2-12

To use the ALT GR key................................. 2-13

Checking the Status of the OmniBook ........................ 2-14

To interpret the status lights ............................. 2-14

To interpret the status panel indicators...................... 2-15

Protecting the OmniBook................................. 2-17

To set or change a password............................. 2-18

To delete a password.................................. 2-19

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To install the McAfee VirusScan utility ...................... 2-19

To attach a security cable............................... 2-20

To set PC identification ................................ 2-21

To enable hard disk drive lock ........................... 2-21

3. Managing Battery Power................................. 3-1

Monitoring Battery Power................................. 3-3

To check the battery status.............................. 3-4

To respond to a low-battery warning ....................... 3-5

To recharge a battery.................................. 3-5

To replace the main battery ............................. 3-7

To install a second battery .............................. 3-7

Conserving Battery Power ................................ 3-8

To install APM for Windows NT 4.0 ........................ 3-8

To optimize battery life ................................ 3-9

To set time-outs...................................... 3-10

To get the most from your battery ......................... 3-11

4. Making Connections .................................... 4-1

Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules ........................... 4-3

To install hot-swap support.............................. 4-3

To replace a plug-in module............................. 4-4

To connect the floppy disk drive externally .................. 4-5

To insert or eject a floppy disk ........................... 4-5

To insert or remove a CD ............................... 4-6

To change the boot order of a device ...................... 4-7

Connecting External Devices .............................. 4-8

To indentify the external ports ........................... 4-9

To connect an external display ........................... 4-10

To enable the built-in and external displays .................. 4-10

To change display settings in the BIOS Setup utility ............. 4-10

To connect a parallel device............................. 4-11

To connect a serial device .............................. 4-11

To connect an external keyboard or PS/2 mouse............... 4-11

To connect USB devices................................ 4-12

To connect audio devices .............................. 4-13

To make an infrared connection .......................... 4-14

Using PC Cards ........................................ 4-15

To insert a PC Card ................................... 4-15

To remove a PC Card.................................. 4-16

To find tested PC Cards ................................ 4-16

To install Card Executive for Windows NT 4.0 ................. 4-17

Using Docking Products.................................. 4-18

To install a docking tray................................ 4-18

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To dock the OmniBook ................................ 4-19

To undock the OmniBook .............................. 4-20

5. Expanding the OmniBook ................................ 5-1

Installing a Hard Disk Drive ............................... 5-3

To replace the hard disk drive............................ 5-3

To replace the hard disk drive holder ...................... 5-4

To create a Hibernate partition ........................... 5-5

Installing a RAM Expansion Module ......................... 5-6

To install a RAM expansion module ....................... 5-7

To remove a RAM expansion module ...................... 5-8

6. Using the Recovery CD .................................. 6-1

Recovering Software .................................. 6-4

To install the online User’s Handbook ........................ 6-3

To recover the factory installation of Windows ................ 6-5

To replace a damaged Recovery CD........................ 6-5

To get drivers for other operating systems.................... 6-5

To update the OmniBook BIOS ........................... 6-6

7. Troubleshooting ....................................... 7-1

Solving Problems ...................................... 7-3

Accessory Module Problems............................. 7-3

Audio Problems ..................................... 7-4

Display Problems .................................... 7-5

Hard Disk Drive Problems .............................. 7-6

Infrared Problems .................................... 7-7

Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems .................... 7-8

Memory Problems.................................... 7-9

PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems ............................ 7-9

Performance Problems ................................ 7-10

Power and Battery Problems............................. 7-11

Printing Problems .................................... 7-13

Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems......................... 7-14

Startup Problems..................................... 7-15

Testing the Operation ................................... 7-16

To create a diagnostic floppy disk ......................... 7-16

To run the diagnostic test ............................... 7-17

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8. Specifications and Regulatory Information ................... 8-1

Hardware Specifications ................................. 8-3

Software System Resources................................ 8-5

Safety Information...................................... 8-7

Regulatory Information .................................. 8-10

U.S.A. ............................................ 8-10

Canada ........................................... 8-11

Japan ............................................ 8-11

Europe............................................ 8-12

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Introducing the OmniBook

Congratulations! Your OmniBook sets a new standard in personal computing.

Although it’s compact and easy to carry, the OmniBook is infused with the quality and attention to detail that are the hallmark of Hewlett-Packard.

The OmniBook Quick Start sheet shows how to get your OmniBook up and running quickly. This Reference Guide shows how to set up and operate the OmniBook and it also shows what to do if you run into trouble.

This table lists other sources of supplementary information about OmniBook products.

Source Address or Number

Online

User’s Handbook

Online

OmniBook Notes

This introduces the OmniBook and shows you the OmniBook basics. It also contains troubleshooting information (Start, Programs, OmniBook Library).

For late-breaking information, not available at the printing of this manual, see OmniBook Notes (Start, Programs, OmniBook Library).

The introductory Microsoft manual for Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT.

OmniBook website http://www.hp.com/omnibook

Corporate Evaluator’s Guide

HP Support Assist CD-ROM See the

This shipped with your OmniBook and contains information about using the standard features of Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0.

http://www.europe.hp.com/omnibook (European mirror) The provides information about installing other operating systems,

as well as how to configure the OmniBook in a corporate, networked environment. Located at the OmniBook website.

Support and Service

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booklet for telephone numbers.

Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

The HP OmniBook 2100 represents a new category of HP notebook computers featuring the latest mobile technologies available. It uses high-speed Intel Pentium II processors with MMX technology, large TFT and DSTN displays, and high-capacity hard drives.

This chapter describes

♦ What’s included in the OmniBook shipment. ♦ Available OmniBook accessories. ♦ Description of OmniBook features.

Included in the OmniBook 2100 box

• HP OmniBook 2100.

• Floppy disk drive, installed in OmniBook (HP F1384A).

• CD-ROM drive (HP F1587A).

• AC adapter (HP F1454A) and power cord.

• Main battery (HP F1382A).

• This OmniBook Reference Guide.

• Quick Start sheet.

• Support and Service booklet.

• Working in Comfort booklet.

• List of optional OmniBook accessories.

• OmniBook Recovery CD, which includes Windows recovery,

operating system drivers, and online User’s Handbook.

• Microsoft Windows 95/Windows 98 manual. –or–

Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 manual.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

To buy OmniBook accessories

Buy OmniBook accessories online! For the latest accessories and options, visit us at

http://www.hp.com/omnibook. As new accessories become available, you’ll find them listed here.

At the time of this printing, HP offers a variety of docking solutions and the following accessories and plug-in modules:

• Docking system and monitor stand (HP F1477A).

• Mini dock (HP F1452A).

• Port replicator (HP F1451A).

• CD-ROM drive (HP F1587A).

• DVD drive (HP F1586A).

• Floppy disk drive and external cable (HP F1384A).

• Zip drive (HP F1388A).

• Secondary battery (HP F1383A).

• PC Cards.

• SmartCard.

• Auto / airline adapter.

• OmniBook carrying case.

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OmniBook features

OmniBook—Front View

Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

1. Power status light.

2. Built-in microphone.

3. Status panel.

4. Built-in speakers.

5. Touch pad (pointing device).

6. Click buttons.

7. Latch to open and close the OmniBook.

8. Main battery module.

9. Plug-in module bay (can contain a floppy disk drive, CD-ROM drive, a DVD

drive, a Zip drive, or a secondary battery).

10. Blue power button (suspends or shuts down the OmniBook).

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Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

OmniBook—Side View

11. PC Card slots (upper and lower). Accepts two Type II cards or one Type III card.

12. PC Card eject buttons (upper and lower PC Card slots).

13. Audio jacks (left to right): audio line-in, external microphone, audio line-out.

14. AC adapter jack.

15. Kensington lock slot (security connector).

16. Hard disk drive.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

OmniBook—Rear View

17. Infrared port. Use this port for wireless data transmission between the OmniBook

and another computer or a printer with an infrared port. You must install infrared drivers. Windows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communciation.

18. Universal Serial Bus port (USB). Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB.

19. Serial port (COM1). Use this port for a serial mouse, a modem, or a serial printer.

20. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer.

21. System-off button (to shut down the OmniBook).

22. External monitor port.

23. Docking port.

24. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port. Supports a Y adapter for both keyboard and

mouse.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Setting Up Windows

The OmniBook has either Windows 95/Windows 98 (you select one or the other), or Windows NT 4.0 factory-installed on the hard disk drive. When your OmniBook starts up the first time, it takes you through a series of setup screens, including installation of the operating system.

This section describes how to set up the OmniBook with the factory-installed Windows operating system.

♦ Setting up the OmniBook for the first time.

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To set up the OmniBook for the first time

Introducing the OmniBook

Setting Up Windows

CAUTION

Use only the HP adapter model F1454A with this product. Using any other ac adapter could damage the OmniBook and may void your warranty. Refer to the warranty statement for your product.

1. Connect the power cord to the ac adapter, then plug the cord into an ac outlet.

The indicator light on the ac adapter shines when powered.

2. Connect the ac adapter to the OmniBook’s left side, as shown.

3. Press the blue power button. The Windows Setup program starts automatically.

4. Follow the instructions as they appear on the screen. During setup, you will be prompted to accept the License Agreement and enter

the Product ID (printed on the Certificate of Authenticity on the Microsoft Windows manual). If you are prompted to set up a user account and password, you can either set up the account, or press ESC to skip this step.

Note

If you installed Windows NT 4.0, see page 3-8 to install Advanced Power Management (APM).

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Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup utility

The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup utility is a menu-driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor the operation of your OmniBook to your individual work needs.

The settings made in the BIOS Setup utility generally control the hardware and consequently have a fundamental effect on how the OmniBook operates.

This section describes the BIOS Setup utility menus and options in detail.

To run the BIOS Setup utility

1. Close all applications.

2. From the Start menu, click Shut Down, Restart the Computer.

3. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility.

4. Pointing devices are not active in the BIOS Setup utility. Press the RIGHT and

LEFT arrow keys to move among menus. Press the DOWN and UP arrow keys to move among parameters in a menu. Press F5 or F6 to move through values for the current parameter or press ENTER to change a setting. See the following tables for more information.

5. After you select the options you want, press F10 or use the Exit menu to exit the

BIOS Setup utility.

If the settings cause a conflict between devices during reboot, the system prompts you to run BIOS Setup and marks the conflicting settings.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup utility

Main Menu Default

Language Sets the language for this utility and for BIOS

messages.

BIOS Revision Shows the current BIOS version. Detected

System Time Sets the time using 24-hour format. Values

set take effect immediately.

System Date Sets the date using dd/mm/yy format (except

English, which is mm/dd/yy format).

Floppy Drive Sets the floppy drive type. Floppy disk drive

Internal Hard Disk Sets the hard disk drive type and various

parameters.

Quiet Boot When enabled, hides summary of

power-on self-test and messages during boot.

Video Display Device Sets whether the built-in display

automatically switches to an external display if one is detected.

Video Expansion When enabled, the video image covers the

entire display in lower resolution modes (SVGA, VGA). When disabled, the video image is centered in the display.

English

automatically.

type detected and set automatically.

Hard disk drive detected and set automatically.

Enabled

Auto

Disabled

Primary Video Adapter Sets whether the internal (built-in) video

adapter automatically switches to an external video adapter connected to the docking

system, if one is detected. System Memory Shows the system memory size. 640KB Extended Memory Shows the extended memory size. Detected

Auto

automatically.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup utility

System Devices Menu Default

PS/2 Pointing Devices Disables the internal pointing devices when an

external PS/2 mouse is connected. This is required for the scroll wheel on a PS/2 mouse to function.

External Fn Key Sets whether left-CTRL + left-ALT on an external

keyboard is interpreted as the Fn key.

IDE Controller Enables the primary (hard drive) and secondary

(optional CD-ROM drive) controllers. FDD Controller Enables the floppy drive. Enabled Serial Port Sets how the serial port is configured by the BIOS

(specified or automatic). Base I/O address Sets the I/O address and interrupt. 3F8h, IRQ4 Infrared Port Sets how the infrared port is configured by the

BIOS (specified or automatic). Mode Sets the hardware to support SIR (Standard IR),

ASK IR (amplitude shift keyed IR), or FIR (Fast IR)

infrared communications. (Driver installation

required.) Base I/O address Sets the I/O address and interrupt. 2F8h, IRQ3 DMA channel For Fast Ir mode, sets the DMA channel. DMA3 Parallel Port Sets how the parallel port is configured by the

BIOS (specified or automatic).

Auto

Enabled

Both

Enabled

Disabled

SIR

Enabled

Mode Sets the port to normal, bi-directional, EPP, or ECP. ECP Base I/O address Sets the I/O address. 378h Interrupt Sets the interrupt. IRQ7 DMA channel For ECP mode, sets the DMA channel. DMA3 Audio Sets how the audio system is configured by the

BIOS (specified or automatic). SB I/O address Sets the Sound Blaster I/O address. 220h WSS I/O address Sets the Windows Sound System I/O address. 530h AdLib I/O address Sets the AdLib synthesizer I/O address. 388h

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Enabled

Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup utility

Interrupt Sets the interrupt. IRQ5 1st DMA channel Sets the DMA channel for playback. DMA1 2nd DMA channel Sets the DMA channel for recording. DMA0

Security Menu Default

User Password Is Shows if a user password is set. Clear Administrator Password Is Shows if an administrator password is set. Clear Set User Password Press ENTER to set, change, or clear user

password. Password length can be no longer than

8 characters, 0-9, A-Z. Set Administrator Password Press ENTER to set, change, or clear administrator

password. This password protects BIOS Setup

settings. Boot Sets whether a user password is required when

the computer boots. Resume* Sets whether a user password is required when

resuming from a suspended state.

Undock* Sets whether a user password is required when

undocking the OmniBook.

Internal Hard Disk Drive Lock*

Floppy Boot Sets whether the floppy drive is a boot device. Enabled * Resume, Undock, and Internal Hard Disk Drive Lock options are available only if Boot option is

enabled.

Encodes the current user password (or

administrator password if that is the only

password set), on the primary hard disk drive.

Enabled

Disabled

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Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup utility

Power (APM) Menu*

Power Management Mode

Smart CPU Mode Enables automatic CPU power savings. Absence of

Standby Time-out Sets the period of inactivity after which the computer

Suspend Time-out Sets the period of inactivity after which the computer

Hibernate Time-out Sets whether the computer goes from Suspend to

Hard Disk Time-out Sets the period of hard disk inactivity after which the

Time-out on AC Sets whether power management time-outs occur

Power Button Mode Sets the action of the blue power button when

Disables time-outs, selects a combination of time-outs, or allows customized time-outs.

keyboard, mouse, and hard disk activity could cause slower CPU response.

goes from On to Standby power mode.

goes from Standby to Suspend power mode. (Skips Standby mode if that time-out is disabled.)

Hibernate power mode after the indicated period of inactivity. (Skips Suspend mode if that time-out is disabled.)

hard disk stops spinning.

while the ac adapter is connected.

pressed for less than 4 seconds.

Default

Max Power Savings

Disabled

2 minutes

4 minutes

4 hours

2 minutes

Disabled

Suspend

Lid Switch Mode Sets the action when the OmniBook lid closes. Turn off LCD Resume on Serial Ring Sets whether the system resumes from Suspend if a

ring signal is received.

Resume on Time of Day Sets whether the system resumes from Suspend at a

defined time of day.

Resume Time Sets the 24-hour time when the system resumes from

Suspend if enabled.

Auto Suspend on Undock Sets whether the OmniBook suspends after

undocking. Auto Turn-on on Dock Sets whether the OmniBook turns on after docking. Enabled * If you are using Windows 98 and have installed ACPI power management, the ACPI settings

override settings in the Power menu.

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Enabled

Disabled

When Lid Closed

Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup utility

Boot Menu Default

Diskette Drive Hard Drive CD-ROM/DVD Drive

Exit Menu

Save Changes and Exit Saves Setup changes, exits, and reboots. Discard Changes and Exit Discards Setup changes since last save, exits,

Get Default Values Restores default settings, stays in Setup. Does

Load Previous Values Discards Setup changes since last save, stays in

Save Changes Saves Setup changes, and stays in Setup.

Shows the order of boot devices. Move the

entries to change the order.

and reboots. Does discard Security, date, or time

changes.

not affect Security, date, or time changes.

Setup. Does not affect Security, date, or time

changes.

Security, Date and Time settings are saved at

the moment they are made.

1. Diskette drive

2. Hard drive

3. CD-ROM/DVD drive

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Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with TopTools

HP TopTools is for network managers and administrators with responsibilities for computer system management. It offers additional configuration and security options that allow you to check what hardware and software components are installed on your computer and access how well they are working. This section describes how to

♦ Install and run TopTools. ♦ Get more information about TopTools.

To install TopTools

The TopTools package is included with the OmniBook, but you must install it before you can use it. On Windows NT systems you will need Administrator privileges to

install TopTools software

1. Start Windows, if it is not already running.

2. Click Start, Programs, HP DMI, Setup.

To run TopTools

TopTools may be run locally on a PC or remotely by a network administrator.

• To run TopTools locally, click Start, Programs, HP DMI, HP TopTools.

To get more information about TopTools

For information on manageable HP PCs, HP TopTools, DMI, and how they lower PC operating costs, see the HP website at

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http://www.hp.com/toptools

Operating the OmniBook

This chapter introduces the OmniBook and helps you get familiar with basic operation including

♦ Starting and stopping the OmniBook. ♦ Using the OmniBook touch pad. ♦ Using the OmniBook display. ♦ Adjusting the audio system. ♦ Using the OmniBook keyboard. ♦ Checking the status of the OmniBook. ♦ Protecting the OmniBook.

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Operating the OmniBook

Starting and Stopping the OmniBook

You can easily start and stop your OmniBook using the blue power button. However, at certain times, you may want to use other methods for starting and stopping your OmniBook—depending on power considerations, types of active connections, and

start-up time.

To start and stop the OmniBook

When you The OmniBook enters To turn on again

Press Fn+S*

–or– allow time-out.

Press blue power button –or– click Start, Suspend** –or– allow time-out.

Press Fn+F12 –or– allow time-out.

Click Start, Shut Down (recommended) –or– Press and hold the blue power button until the display shuts down. * Windows NT and Windows 95 only. In Windows 98, Fn+S suspends the OmniBook. ** Windows 95 only. In Windows 98, click Start, Shutdown, Standby to suspend the OmniBook. *** A plug-and-play operating system, such as Windows 95 or Windows 98, can restore network connections when

you turn on the OmniBook. For Windows NT 4.0 or a different operating system, you may have to reset the OmniBook or restart the operating system to restore them.

Standby Mode

Saves minimal power. Turns off the display only. Restarts quickly. Maintains network connections.

Suspend Mode

Saves significant power. Turns off the display. Saves current session to RAM. Restarts quickly.

May restore network connections.***

Hibernate Mode

Saves maximum power. Saves current session to disk, shuts down. May restore network connections.***

Off Mode

Saves maximum power. Turns off without saving current session. At startup, resets everything, starts a new session, and restores network connections.

Press any key or move a pointing device to display your current session (“Instant-On”).

Press the blue power button to display your current session (“Instant-On“).

Press the blue power button to restart and restore your previous session. Press the blue power button to restart with a new session.

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Operating the OmniBook

Starting and Stopping the OmniBook

To reset the OmniBook

If Windows or the OmniBook stops responding, you can reset the OmniBook.

1. If possible, from the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook.

2. Insert a pen or straightened paper clip into the recess on the rear of the

OmniBook, as shown.

–or, if this fails–

Press and hold the blue power button until the display shuts down.

3. After the computer shuts down, press the blue power button to turn it on.

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Operating the OmniBook

Using the OmniBook Touch Pad

The touch pad, a touch-sensitive pointing device which controls the motion and speed of the pointer on the screen, is built into your OmniBook.

This section describes how to

♦ Use the touch pad. ♦ Configure the touch pad.

To use the touch pad

1. Move a thumb or finger across the touch pad in the direction you want the

pointer to move.

2. Use the left and right click buttons, which work like the left and right buttons on

a mouse, to make your selection. You can also tap on the touch pad instead of clicking a button.

• To open an application, move the pointer over the icon, then press the left

button twice rapidly.

• To make menu selections, move the pointer to the item and press the left

button once.

• To open the shortcut menu for an item, move the pointer over the item and

click the right button.

• To drag an item, move the pointer over the item. Press and hold the left

button while you move the pointer to the new location. Release the button.

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Operating the OmniBook

Using the OmniBook Touch Pad

To configure the touch pad

To customize the operation of the touch pad (and an external PS/2 or serial mouse, if installed), use the Windows Control Panel Mouse icon to access Mouse Properties. Select the tab corresponding to the item you wish to configure. Among the items that can be configured are

• Button configuration for right or left handed operation.

• Double-click speed, pointer speed, and pointer tail.

• Touch threshold. Click Help for more information on the use of the touch pad.

Note

The touch pad’s enhanced features are not available when an external mouse is installed.

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