HP OB7100 Service Manual

HP OmniBook 7100/7150

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 diskettes, 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
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Operating System Software by Microsoft is licensed to you under the Microsoft

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Customer may use the software on any one computer. Customer may not
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Copies and Adaptations.

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used in no other manner.

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Product Recovery CD-ROM.

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Customer agrees that he/she does not have any title or ownership of the

Customer may make copies or adaptations of the software

If your computer was shipped with a product Recovery

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Updates And Upgrades.

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Edition History

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

This manual is printed on recycled paper.

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Contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

To set up the OmniBook ............................... 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 Pointing Devices........................ 2-5

To use the built-in pointing devices ........................ 2-6

To activate full touch pad capabilities ...................... 2-7

To activate full pointing stick capabilities.................... 2-8

To configure pointing devices............................ 2-9

Using the OmniBook Display .............................. 2-10

To adjust the display brightness .......................... 2-10

To extend the life of the display .......................... 2-10

To suspend the OmniBook when closing the display ............ 2-11

Adjusting the Audio System ............................... 2-12

To adjust the volume manually ........................... 2-12

To adjust the volume in Windows ......................... 2-12

Using the OmniBook Keyboard............................. 2-13

To use the Fn hot keys ................................. 2-14

To use the Windows keys ............................... 2-15

To use the embedded keypad............................ 2-15

To use the ALT GR key................................. 2-16

Checking the Status of the OmniBook ........................ 2-17

To interpret the status lights ............................. 2-17

To interpret the status panel indicators...................... 2-18

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Protecting the OmniBook................................. 2-20

To set or change a password............................. 2-21

To delete a password.................................. 2-22

To install the McAfee VirusScan utility ...................... 2-22

To attach a security cable............................... 2-23

To set PC identification ................................ 2-24

To enable hard disk drive lock ........................... 2-24

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 .............................. 3-8

Conserving Battery Power ................................ 3-9

To install APM for Windows NT 4.0 ........................ 3-9

To save battery power ................................. 3-10

To set time-outs...................................... 3-11

To get the most from your battery ......................... 3-12

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 insert or remove a DVD or a CD ........................ 4-5

To play DVD movies .................................. 4-6

To insert or eject a floppy disk ........................... 4-6

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

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

To identify connectors for external devices................... 4-9

To connect an external monitor .......................... 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............... 4-12

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

To connect a television ................................ 4-13

To connect audio devices .............................. 4-14

To make an infrared connection .......................... 4-15

Using PC Cards ........................................ 4-17

To insert a PC Card ................................... 4-17

To remove a PC Card.................................. 4-18

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To find tested PC Cards ................................ 4-18

To install Card Executive support for Windows NT.............. 4-19

Using Docking Products.................................. 4-20

To install a docking tray................................ 4-20

To dock the OmniBook ................................ 4-21

To undock the OmniBook .............................. 4-23

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 .................................... 6-3

To recover the factory installation of Windows ................ 6-4

To install the online User’s Handbook ...................... 6-5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Display Problems .................................... 7-4

Hard Disk Drive Problems .............................. 7-5

Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems .................... 7-6

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

Memory Problems.................................... 7-8

PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems ............................ 7-8

Performance Problems ................................ 7-9

Power and Battery Problems............................. 7-10

Printing Problems .................................... 7-12

Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems......................... 7-13

Startup Problems..................................... 7-14

Testing the Operation ................................... 7-15

To create a diagnostic floppy disk ......................... 7-15

To run the diagnostic test ............................... 7-16

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

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

Software System Resources................................ 8-6

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

Regulatory Information .................................. 8-11

U.S.A. ............................................ 8-11

Canada ........................................... 8-12

Japan ............................................ 8-12

Europe............................................ 8-13

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Introducing the OmniBook

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

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

For late-breaking information available after the manuals were
completed, see OmniBook Notes (Start, Programs, OmniBook
Library).
This is 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 alternate operating

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

Support and Service

booklet for telephone numbers.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

Taking Inventory

The HP OmniBook 7100/7150 represent a new category of HP notebook computers
featuring the latest mobile technologies available. They use high-speed Intel Pentium
II processors with MMX technology, large TFT displays, and high-capacity hard disk
drives.

This chapter describes

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

Included in the OmniBook box

• HP OmniBook 7100 or 7150.

• DVD / floppy disk drive (with the OmniBook 7150).

–or–
CD-ROM / floppy disk drive (with the OmniBook 7100).

• AC adapter (HP F1454A) and power cord.

• Lithium-ion battery (HP F1450A).

• This OmniBook Reference Guide.

• Quick Start sheet.

• Support and Service booklet.

• Working in Comfort booklet.

• List of optional OmniBook accessories.

• OmniBook Recovery CD. 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, plug-in modules,
and other accessories, including the following:

• Docking system and monitor stand (HP F1477A).

• Mini dock (HP F1452A).

• Port replicator (HP F1451A).

• CD-ROM / floppy disk drive (HP F1446A).

• DVD / floppy disk drive (HP F1700A).

• LS-120 drive (HP F1448A).

• Second hard disk drive that you install in the module bay (HP F1701A).

• Lithium-ion battery (HP F1450A).

You can install a second battery in the module bay.

• PC Cards.

• Smart Card.

• Auto / airline adapter (HP F1455A).

• OmniBook carrying case.

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OmniBook features

OmniBook—Front View

Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

1. Built-in microphone.

2. Status panel.

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

4. Pointing stick (pointing device).

5. Touch pad (pointing device).

6. Built-in speakers.

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

disk drive, LS-120 drive, DVD drive, second hard disk drive, or a second battery).

8. Click buttons (for pointing devices).

9. Main battery.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

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

11. Kensington lock slot.

12. Latch to open and close the OmniBook.

OmniBook—Side View

Note

13. AC adapter jack.

14. PC Card slots (upper and lower).
Accepts PC Card Types II or III (PCMCIA and CardBus). On the OmniBook 7150, the

lower slot supports Zoomed Video. On the OmniBook 7100, both slots support
Zoomed Video.

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

16. Volume control wheel.

17. PC Card eject buttons (upper and lower PC Card slots). Press once to pop out

the button, press again to eject the card, press once more to store the button.

18. Status lights (left to right): power, hard disk, or charging status.

19. Front infrared port. There is a another infrared port on the rear of the OmniBook.

Windows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communication.

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.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Taking Inventory

OmniBook—Back View

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

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

22. External monitor port.

23. S-video (TV-out) port.

24. Docking port (for HP OmniBook docking products).

25. Universal serial bus (USB) port. Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB.

26. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports a standard Y adapter).

27. Rear infrared port. There is a another infrared port on the front of the

OmniBook. Windows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communication.

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.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Setting Up Windows

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

Introducing the OmniBook

Setting Up Windows

CAUTION

Note

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. Install the OmniBook’s battery. (See the Quick Start sheet or page 3-7 of this

manual).

2. 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 the adapter is powered.

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

battery starts charging.

Let the battery charge a full 24 hours to completely charge the internal clock battery.
Otherwise, the OmniBook may not keep the correct date and time.

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

5. 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.

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Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility

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, then shut down Windows and restart the OmniBook.

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

3. The 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
tables below for more information.

4. 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 the conflicting settings are marked.

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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

Television Type Sets the format (NTSC or PAL) for video

output.

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

NTSC

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.
Internal Pointing Devices Enables one or both built-in PS/2 devices. Both
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

Auto

Enabled

Both

Enabled

Disabled

SIR

Front/Back Sets which infrared port is active. Back
Parallel Port Sets how the parallel port is configured by the

BIOS (specified or automatic).
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

(OmniBook 7100 only)
SB I/O address Sets the Sound Blaster I/O address. 220h

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Sets how the audio system is configured by the

BIOS (specified or automatic).

Enabled

Enabled

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Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility

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
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

MPU Device
(OmniBook 7100 only)

MPU I/O address Sets the MIDI I/O address. 330h
Interrupt Sets the interrupt. IRQ11

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

Sets how the MIDI capability (hardware

wavetable) is configured by the BIOS (specified or

automatic).

password. Password length can be no longer than

8 characters, 0-9, A-Z.

Disabled

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 internal hard disk drive.

Enabled

Enabled

Disabled

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. Also affects a hard disk
drive in the plug-in module bay.

while the ac adapter is connected.

pressed for less than 4 seconds.

Default

Max Power
Savings

Off

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 not affect Security, date, or

time changes.

not affect Security, date, or time changes.

Setup. Does not affect Security, date, or time

changes.

Security settings are saved when changed.

1. Diskette drive

2. Hard drive

3. CD-ROM/DVD
drive

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Introducing the OmniBook

Configuring the OmniBook with TopTools

Configuring the OmniBook with TopTools

HP TopTools is for network managers and administrators with responsibilities for
computer system management. It offers configuration and security options that allow
you to check what hardware and software components are installed on your
computer and 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 see the HP website at http://www.hp.com/toptools.

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Operating the OmniBook

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 pointing devices.
♦ Managing pointing devices.
♦ 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

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 and
restart Windows.

1. If possible, shut down Windows.

2. Press and hold the blue power button until the display shuts down.
–or, if this fails–

Insert a pen or straightened paper clip into the recess on the right side of the

OmniBook, as shown.

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 Pointing Devices

Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

Two pointing devices (pointing stick and touch pad) are built into your OmniBook.
The default pointing device driver (PS/2 TrackPoint), supports the enhanced
features of the pointing stick and basic features of the touch pad.

You can customize the OmniBook to support enhanced touch pad features. If you
do this, keep in mind that you are selecting enhanced features for the touch pad
only. You cannot activate enhanced features for both simultaneously.

This section describes how to

• Use the built-in pointing devices.

• Activate full touch pad capabilities.

• Activate full pointing stick capabilities.

• Configure pointing devices.

1. Pointing stick (pressure-sensitive pointing device).

2. Touch pad (touch-sensitive pointing device).

3. Click buttons.
Both pointing devices use these click buttons, which work like the right and left

buttons on a standard mouse. What the buttons do depends on the software
being used.

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Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

To use the built-in pointing devices

1. Place your hands in the typing position.

Pointing stick.

2.

you want the pointer to move. Pressing away from you moves the pointer up the
screen; pressing toward you moves the pointer down the screen.

Touch pad.

want the pointer to move.

3. Use the left and right click buttons, which function like the left and right buttons

on a mouse, to make your selection.

• To open an application, move the pointer over the icon, 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.

With your index finger, press the pointing stick in the direction

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

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Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

To activate full touch pad capabilities

The built-in pointing stick driver supports only basic touch pad features. To activate
full touch pad capabilities, you have to

• Remove the pointing stick driver and select a new mouse driver.

• Disable the pointing stick.

• Install touch pad support.

1. Select a new mouse driver and remove the pointing stick driver

1. From the Start menu, click Settings, Control Panel.

2. Double-click Add/Remove Programs and remove IBM TrackPoint Support.

3. Double-click Mouse, then click General.

4. Click Change and then select Show All Devices.

5. Under Manufacturers, click Standard Mouse Types.

6. Under Models, change the mouse type to Standard PS/2 Port Mouse, then click

OK.

7. Click Yes to any questions.

2. Disable the pointing stick

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.

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

3. Select the System Devices menu.

4. Highlight Internal Pointing Devices and select Touch Pad.

5. Press F10 to save and exit.

3. Install touch pad support

• Run C:\Omnibook\Drivers\Touchpad\Setup.exe.

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Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

To activate full pointing stick capabilities

If you have activated full touch pad capabilities, you can use this procedure to

switch back to full pointing stick capabilities. You’ll need to do the following:

• Remove the touch pad driver (Windows 95 or Windows 98).

• Enable the pointing stick.

• Install pointing stick support.

1. Remove the touch pad driver

• From Control Panel, click Add/Remove Program and remove touch pad

support.

2. Enable the pointing stick

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.

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

3. Select the System Devices menu.

4. Highlight Internal Pointing Devices and select Pointing Stick. (Choose Both if

you want basic touch pad features available.)

5. Press F10 to save and exit.

3. Install pointing stick support

• From Control Panel, open Mouse, General and change the mouse type--click

Have Disk and point to the directory listed below and select PS/2 TrackPoint.

c:\omnibook\drivers\trackpnt.

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Operating the OmniBook

Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

To configure pointing devices

• To customize the operation of all pointing devices (pointing stick, touch pad,

and external PS/2 or serial mouse), in Control Panel open Mouse. You can
change left and right button actions, double-click speed, pointer speed and tail,
and more.

• To customize special pointing stick features, click the pointing stick icon on the

taskbar or open TrackPoint in Control Panel.

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Operating the OmniBook

Using the OmniBook Display

Using the OmniBook Display

This section describes

♦ How to adjust the display brightness.
♦ How to extend the life of the display.
♦ How to configure the display lid switch.

To adjust the display brightness

The OmniBook uses special key combinations, called hot keys, to control brightness.

• Press Fn+F1 to decrease the brightness.

• Press Fn+F2 to increase the brightness.

To maximize your battery operating time, set the brightness to the lowest
comfortable setting, so that the internal light uses less power.

To extend the life of the display

Observe the following guidelines to maximize the life of the backlight in the
OmniBook display.

• Set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting (Fn+F1).

• When working at your desk, connect an external monitor and turn off the

internal display (Fn+F5).

• Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the OmniBook from

changing to Suspend or Standby mode after a time-out period.

• Do not disable Suspend or Standby time-outs.

• If you are using ac power and have no external monitor attached, change to

suspend or standby when not in use.

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Using the OmniBook Display

To suspend the OmniBook when closing the display

By default, the OmniBook display turns off when you close the display lid. You can
change this setting to suspend the OmniBook when you close the display lid.

1. Close all applications, then shut down Windows and restart the OmniBook.

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

3. From the Power menu, choose Lid Switch Mode.

4. Choose one of the following options:

Turn off LCD.

•

turn on the display again.

Suspend.

•

savings. Press the blue power button to turn on the display again.

5. Press F10 to save and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

Closing the lid turns off the display (default). Open the lid to

Closing the lid suspends the OmniBook and increases power

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Adjusting the Audio System

Adjusting the Audio System

The OmniBook supports Sound Blaster Pro-compatible sound and the Microsoft
Windows Sound System. This section describes

• How to adjust the volume manually.

• How to adjust the volume in Windows.

To adjust the volume manually

• To increase the volume, press Fn+UP-ARROW.

--or-­ Roll the volume control wheel towards the front of the OmniBook.

• To decrease the volume, press Fn+DOWN-ARROW.

--or-­ Roll the wheel towards the rear of the OmniBook.

To adjust the volume in Windows

1. Click the speaker symbol in the taskbar.

2. Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume.

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Using the OmniBook Keyboard

Using the OmniBook Keyboard

Operating the OmniBook

WARNING

Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with
ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see the
in Comfort

document shipped with your OmniBook, or visit our ergonomics

Working

website, http://www.hp.com/ergo.

This section describes the OmniBook’s keyboard features, including how to

♦ Use the Fn hot keys.
♦ Use the Windows keys.
♦ Use the embedded keypad.
♦ Use the ALT GR key on a non-US keyboard.

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Using the OmniBook Keyboard

To use the Fn hot keys

The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a
shortcut key sequence—for various system controls. The OmniBook
keyboard shows the Fn hot keys labeled in gray.

Pressing these keys Does this

Fn + F1 Decreases the display’s brightness.
Fn + F2 Increases the display’s brightness.
Fn + F5 Switches among the built-in display, an external display, and

simultaneous displays.

Fn + F6 (hold) For use with two batteries: Briefly displays the individual battery

status for each battery, then resumes displaying the combined
battery status. For complete information about battery status, see
page 2-18.

Fn + F8 Toggles the built-in keypad on and off. Does not affect an external

keyboard. If Num Lock is on, then the numeric functions are active;

otherwise, cursor control is active.
Fn + F12 Enters Hibernate mode.
Fn + S Enters Standby mode in Windows NT or Windows 95. Enters

Suspend mode in Windows 98.
Fn + R Enters Suspend mode.
Fn + F Toggles between front and rear infrared ports. A light turns on

behind the front infrared lens when the front port is selected.

Windows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communication.
Fn + Nm Lk Toggles Scroll Lock on and off.
Fn + Up Arrow Increases the volume.
FN + Down Arrow Decreases the volume.

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Operating the OmniBook

Using the OmniBook Keyboard

To use the Windows keys

There are two Windows keys on the keyboard.

The one next to the Fn key brings up the Windows Start menu.

The one at the top center of the keyboard brings up the shortcut menu
for the current application. This is the same menu that appears when
you click the right mouse button while pointing at the application.

To use the embedded keypad

When the embedded keypad on the OmniBook’s built-in keyboard is active, two
options are possible.

Num Lock on

Num Lock off

To identify the icons that show the status of Num Lock and the embedded keypad,
go to page 2-18.

1. Press Nm Lk to turn Num Lock on or off.

2. Press Fn+F8 to turn on the embedded keypad.
–or–
To temporarily turn on the embedded keypad, hold Fn while typing a key.

Keys change to the smaller numeric and arithmetic designations on
the keys.

Keys change to cursor control keys.

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Using the OmniBook Keyboard

To use the ALT GR key

Non-U.S. keyboards have an ALT GR key to the right of the spacebar. This is a shift
key providing access to certain keyboard characters.

• For a character in the lower-right corner of a key, press and hold ALT GR to type

the character.

Shift

Unshifted

ALT GR

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Operating the OmniBook

Checking the Status of the OmniBook

Checking the Status of the OmniBook

This section describes the status lights and the status panel indicators.

To interpret the status lights

The OmniBook has status lights that report power status and drive activity. When the
DVD / floppy disk drive or the CD-ROM / floppy disk drive is installed in the module
bay, the following lights are present on the front of the OmniBook.

1. Floppy disk drive light.

• Steady green light. OmniBook reading from or writing to floppy disk drive.

2. DVD or CD-ROM drive light.

• Steady green light. OmniBook reading from DVD or CD-ROM drive.

3. Power status light.

• Steady green light. OmniBook is on.

• Steady amber light. OmniBook is in Suspend or Standby mode.

• No light. OmniBook is in Off or Hibernate mode.

• Green and amber lights. OmniBook failed when resuming. Reset the

OmniBook.

4. Disk drive activity light.

• Steady green light. OmniBook reading from or writing to the hard disk drive.

5. Charging status light.

• Steady green light. The ac adapter is connected and battery is full or has

stopped charging.

• Blinking green light. The ac adapter is connected and battery is charging.

• No light. The ac adapter is not connected or the battery is not installed.

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Checking the Status of the OmniBook

To interpret the status panel indicators

The OmniBook status panel, located above the keyboard, contains indicators that
show the current power status, drive status, and keyboard status.

Power Status Icons

Indicator Meaning

AC power. The ac adapter is connected.

Battery status. Shows the approximate charge level of the battery
relative to a full charge. Each bar (displayed from right to left),
represents a 10% charge.

Battery presence. The upper and lower triangles indicate the
presence of main (upper) and second (lower) batteries. A triangle
blinks slowly when that battery is charging. The main battery
charges first, discharges last.

If two batteries are installed, the gauge reports the percent of total
charge. For example, if the main battery is 50% and the second
battery is empty then the gauge would read 25%. You can press

Fn + F6 at any time to see the status of each individual battery.

hold

and

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Battery low. No battery bars showing; the triangles indicate the
presence of battery. The OmniBook also beeps.

Defective battery. No battery bars showing and no triangles
indicating presence of battery. No charging even though ac power is
present.

Drive Status Icons

Indicator Meaning

Operating the OmniBook

Checking the Status of the OmniBook

Keyboard Status Icons

Indicator Meaning

Drive activity. The OmniBook is accessing either the hard disk

drive or any of the following drives in the module bay: CD-ROM
drive, DVD drive, LS-120 drive, or second hard disk drive.

Floppy disk drive. The OmniBook is accessing the floppy disk
drive.

PC Card. There is activity between the PC Card and the computer.
(For the OmniBook 7150, the indicator stays on if a CardBus PC Card
is installed.)

Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active.

Num Lock. Num Lock is active.

Keypad Lock. The built-in embedded keypad is active (Fn+F8). Num

Lock must also be on for the numeric keys. Otherwise, cursor keys
are active.

Scroll Lock. Scroll Lock is active.

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Protecting the OmniBook

Protecting the OmniBook

Your OmniBook provides several ways for you to identify and protect your
computer. This section describes how to

• Set or change a password.

• Delete a password.

• Install McAfee VirusScan.

• Attach a security cable.

• Set unique PC identification.

• Enable drive lock protection.

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Protecting the OmniBook

To set or change a password

The OmniBook provides two levels of password protection—user password
protection and administrator password protection. You cannot set the user password
until you set an administrator password.

If password protection is set, then you will be prompted to enter a password
whenever you reset or turn on the computer (depending on your setting). You
cannot use the computer until you enter the correct password.

To set, change, or delete password protection for this OmniBook, use the BIOS Setup
utility.

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.

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

3. Select the Security menu.

4. Select Set Administrator Password, then press ENTER.

5. Type the new password, then press ENTER. The password can contain up to
eight alphanumeric characters, and it is not case-sensitive.

6. Type the password again to confirm, then press ENTER.

7. Under Password Required To, choose when the password will be required.

• Select Boot to require password when booting the OmniBook.

• Select Resume to require password when resuming from Suspend.

• Select Undock to require password when undocking the OmniBook.

8. If desired, repeat this procedure for Set User Password.

9. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility.

Note

If you forget a password, call Customer Support at the number listed in the Support
and Service booklet to determine the proper removal procedure.

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Protecting the OmniBook

To delete a password

You can use this procedure to delete either a User or an Administrator password. If
you delete an administrator password, the OmniBook automatically deletes the user
password as well.

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.

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

3. Select the Security menu.

4. Select Set Administrator Password, then press ENTER.

5. Type the current password, then press ENTER.

6. Press ENTER at the Enter New Password prompt.

7. Press ENTER at the Confirm New Password prompt.

8. Press Continue.

9. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility.

To install the McAfee VirusScan utility

The OmniBook comes equipped with the McAfee VirusScan utility. Before you can
use McAfee VirusScan, you need to install it.

1. From the Start menu, click Programs, McAfee VirusScan, Setup.

2. Follow the instructions as they appear on the screen.

Once installed, you can get detailed online instructions under McAfee VirusScan
Help. (Click Start, McAfee VirusScan, Help.)

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Protecting the OmniBook

To attach a security cable

Your OmniBook has a built-in connector that allows you to secure the OmniBook
with a cable. The Kensington MicroSaver lock system works with this connector and
is available at many computer stores.

1. Wrap the cable around a stationary object, such as a table leg.

2. Loop the cable to create a slip knot around the stationary object—make sure it

can’t slip off.

3. Insert the lock into one of the OmniBook security connectors and release the
key. Store the key in a safe place away from the OmniBook.

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Operating the OmniBook

Protecting the OmniBook

To set PC identification

You must have administrator password authority to set a PC identification number.

1. If you have not already installed HP TopTools, do so now (page 1-16).

2. Click Start, then click HP TopTools.

3. Click Tools, then click Protect Tools.

4. Type your administrator password, then press Enter.

5. Click Security.

6. In the “Tattooing String” box, type the unique set of characters which will

identify your PC. You can type up to 80 characters including spaces and special
characters. Do not press ENTER when typing. The string wraps automatically.

CAUTION

To enable hard disk drive lock

Hard disk drive lock helps you keep your information secure. Hard disk drive lock
does not protect a second hard disk drive installed in the module bay.

When you enable hard disk drive lock, the current user password (or
administrator password if that is the only password set) is encoded on the hard
disk drive.

If you move the hard disk drive to another OmniBook, you can't access the drive
until you set the user (or administrator) password to match the drive's password

After you match the drive's password, you can change the OmniBook (and
drive) password. If you forget the password, you cannot recover your data.

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.

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

3. From the Security menu, enable Password Required To Boot.

4. From the Security menu, enable Hard Disk Drive Lock.

5. Press F10 to save and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

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Managing Battery Power

Managing Battery Power

The OmniBook conserves power by using Advanced Power Management (APM)
software that controls battery charging and power drain.

If you re using Windows 95 or Windows 98
If you re using Windows NT 4.0

instructions.
The OmniBook provides several safeguards so you won’t be surprised by a

dead-battery condition, including the following:

♦ The battery status indicator shows the remaining battery charge.
♦ Built-in warnings are displayed for low-battery conditions.
♦ The OmniBook automatically turns off when the battery charge gets too

low—your session continues when you start recharging the battery or insert
a fresh battery.

Data on any of the drives is not affected by a low battery—unless the battery runs
down completely while writing data to the drive, or if the battery in a PC RAM card is
also low.

, you’ll need to install APM. See page 3-9 for

, APM is preinstalled on the OmniBook.

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Managing Battery Power

Monitoring Battery Power

Monitoring Battery Power

The primary source of power for the OmniBook is its rechargeable battery pack. You
can use the ac adapter to recharge the battery—or to run on ac power to preserve

the battery. You can also install a second battery in the plug-in module bay for
increased battery time.

Important

Running external connections is a power-intensive operation that significantly
shortens the length of a battery session. Whenever possible, connect the ac adapter
when using external connections.

In addition to the replaceable battery, there is a permanent, internal backup battery,
which recharges whenever the OmniBook is on or connected to ac. It maintains
certain internal settings, such as the clock.

This section describes how to

♦ Check the battery status.
♦ Respond to a low-battery warning.
♦ Recharge a battery (primary or secondary).
♦ Replace the main battery.
♦ Install a second battery.

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Managing Battery Power

Monitoring Battery Power

To check the battery status

From the Status Panel

Shows the approximate charge level of the battery relative to a full
charge. Each bar (displayed from right to left), represents a 10%

Full battery

Low battery

charge.
The upper and lower triangles indicate the presence of main (upper)

and second (lower) batteries. A triangle blinks when that battery is
charging. The main battery charges first, discharges last. See “Battery

Status” on page 2-18 for more information about the battery
indicators.

The battery charge is critically low. The OmniBook also beeps.

No battery activity; no charging.

Defective battery

From the Windows Taskbar

• Move the pointer onto the power icon at the right end of the taskbar. If you are

using Windows NT 4.0, you’ll need to install Advanced Power Management to
display the power icon (see page 3-9). The approximate battery charge is
displayed as a percentage or in hours.

• Double-click the power icon on the taskbar to open the Battery Meter window.

From Windows

• Click My Computer, Control Panel, Power. This provides access to all options
associated with reporting of power information by Windows.

On the Battery

• While the battery is out of the computer, press the button on the rear of the
battery. The lights show the approximate charge level—each light representing
20% of a full charge.

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Managing Battery Power

Monitoring Battery Power

To respond to a low-battery warning

When battery power is critically low, you are alerted by one or more of the following:

• The battery indicator in the status panel appears empty.

• The computer emits a warning beep. This reminds you to save your work.

• If the OmniBook has been off, you will not be able to turn it on.

The OmniBook automatically hibernates to preserve your current session. (If
Hibernate is disabled in the BIOS Setup utility, then your data is not protected.)
However, the data could be affected if the battery runs down completely while
writing data to the drive.

You won’t be able to restart until you restore power by one of the following actions:

• Plug in the ac adapter.

–or–

• Replace the main battery with one that is charged.

–or–

• Install a charged second battery in the plug-in module bay.

CAUTION

To recharge a battery

The ac adapter is normally warm to the touch whenever it s plugged into an ac
outlet. The OmniBook is normally warm while it
briefcase or other confined space as this may cause the battery to overheat.

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 the adapter is on. If the ac
adapter does not light, make sure that cord is not damaged.

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

s charging. Don t charge it in a

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Managing Battery Power

Monitoring Battery Power

Charging time

Charging the battery takes about 2 hours to fully charge.

Battery life

If the computer is in use, typical battery life can last up to 3 to 3.5 hours, depending
on your level of use and your power management settings (see page 1-14).

Optimum Charging

To get the longest battery operating time, continue charging until the OmniBook
battery is fully charged, indicated by the following:

• Charging light on the front of the computer stops blinking.

• Status panel battery indicator (up or down triangle) stops blinking.

Because of rounding, a battery indicator can show a full battery before it’s fully
charged. The indicators stop blinking only when the battery is actually full.

You can continue working while the battery is charging.

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To replace the main battery

Managing Battery Power

Monitoring Battery Power

WARNING

CAUTION

Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of batteries in fire. A battery can burst or
explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. A rechargeable battery must be
recycled or disposed of properly. For more information about battery safety,
see page 8-9.

If you have any unsaved data, it (and your current work session) will be lost
when you remove the battery unless the computer is connected to ac power or
a second battery is installed.

1.

Important

2. Plug in the ac adapter.

–or–

From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook.

3. Slide and hold the release latch, then pull out the module, as shown.

. Save your work.

Hint

Front panel of battery

4. Push the front panel of the battery towards the center of the unit.

The battery module can fit into either the module bay or the battery bay. Slide the
front panel of the battery right or left so that it fits into the desired bay.

5. Slide the charged battery into the OmniBook until it clicks into place.

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Managing Battery Power

Monitoring Battery Power

To install a second battery

The OmniBook’s plug-in module bay accepts a second battery. See page 4-4 for
information about plug-in modules.

When a second battery is installed, the lower triangle appears next to the battery
icon in the status panel.

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Managing Battery Power

Conserving Battery Power

Conserving Battery Power

The OmniBook uses Advanced Power Management (APM) to conserve battery

power. You can take steps to optimize your battery operating time. If you’re using
Windows 95 or Windows 98, APM is preinstalled on the OmniBook. If you’re using
Windows NT 4.0, you’ll need to install APM.

This section describes how to

♦ Install APM for Windows NT.
♦ Save battery power.
♦ Set time-outs.
♦ Get the most from your battery.

To install APM for Windows NT 4.0

Advanced Power Management (APM) for Windows NT 4.0 is located on the
OmniBook’s hard disk drive. You set up APM from the Windows Start menu. (The
APM driver is also located on the Recovery CD in \Omnibook\Drivers\Apm. )

Phoenix APM adds the following capabilities to the OmniBook:

• Improved battery life under Windows NT 4.0.

• PC Card power management.

• Convenient user control and monitoring of power settings and status.

1. To install APM, click Start, Programs, OmniBook, Phoenix Advanced Power
Management, Setup.

2. Follow the setup instructions on the screen.

You can download the Phoenix APM documentation from the following website:
http://www.phoenix.com/notebook/addinfo.html.

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Conserving Battery Power

To save battery power

Follow these suggestions to conserve battery power:

• Plug in the ac adapter, especially while using the DVD / floppy drive, the
CD-ROM / floppy drive, the LS-120 drive, or any external connections.

• Put the OmniBook in Suspend mode whenever you are not using it for a short
while: press the blue power button for approximately 1 second.

• Put the OmniBook in Hibernate mode whenever you want to save your current
session, but will not be using the computer for several hours or more (Fn+F12).

• Shut down the OmniBook whenever you will not be using it for several hours or
more. Click Start, Shut Down. The current session is not saved.

• Turn the brightness of the display down to the lowest comfortable level. This
reduces the backlight power and extends the life of your OmniBook display.

• Set the automatic time-out settings to emphasize saving power (page 3-11).

• If you work with an application that uses the serial port or a PC Card, exit the

application when you are done using it.

• If you have an I/O PC Card—that is, a PC Card having an external connection,
such as a modem or network card—remove it when you are not using it. Some
I/O cards use significant power, even while they’re inactive.

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Conserving Battery Power

To set time-outs

The BIOS Setup utility includes settings for automatic time-outs at specified periods
of inactivity. There are four different time-outs for different levels of power and
conservation.

1. From the Start menu, shut down then restart the OmniBook.

2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Active keys
are described along the bottom of the screen. (The pointing devices are not
active in the BIOS Setup utility.) Help information for the highlighted item
appears in the right-hand sidebar in the display.

3. Select the Power (APM) menu.

4. Select Power Management Mode. (Press the spacebar, F5, or F6 to pick an
option other than Disabled.)

Maximum Power Savings

savings (relatively short time-outs).

Maximum Performance

some power conservation (relatively long time-outs).

Customized

Time-out, Suspend Time-out, Hibernate Time-out, and Hard Disk Time-out. For
definitions of these power modes, see page 2-3.

5. Optional. Choose a setting for Time-Out On AC. If you want the time-outs to
occur even when the OmniBook is connected to ac power, choose Enabled. To
prevent time-outs while the OmniBook is plugged in, choose Disabled (default
setting).

6. Press F10 to save and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

: You determine each setting for Smart CPU Mode, Standby

: The time-out settings are defined for best power

: The time-out settings are set for fast performance with

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Conserving Battery Power

To get the most from your battery

The following are some further suggestions for the best management of your
OmniBook batteries.

• Do not leave batteries unused for long periods of time. If you have more than
one, rotate them.

• If you normally use ac power, make a practice of at least once a week using the
battery as your power source.

• Unplug the ac adapter when the computer is not in use.

• To preserve the life of your battery, be sure to charge the battery regularly.

• For long-term storage, the battery must be charged at 20-50% to save capacity

loss by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance. Storage
in a 100% charged condition can cause higher self-discharge and deterioration
of discharge capacity—even after recharging—compared to storage in a 20-50%

charged condition.

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Making Connections

Making Connections

This chapter describes procedures to expand the capabilities of your OmniBook,
including

♦ Using OmniBook plug-in modules.
♦ Connecting external devices.
♦ Using PC Cards.
♦ Using docking products.

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Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules

Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules

The plug-in module bay can hold a DVD / floppy disk drive, a CD-ROM / floppy disk
drive, an LS-120 drive, a second battery, or a second hard disk drive. This
documentation describes the module that shipped with the OmniBook—the DVD /

floppy disk drive or the CD-ROM / floppy disk drive. If you’ve purchased other
accessory modules, refer to the accessory documentation that accompanied them
for instructions.

This section describes how to

♦ Install hot-swap support.
♦ Replace a plug-in module.
♦ Insert or eject a floppy disk.
♦ Insert or remove a DVD or a CD.

To install hot-swap support

The Agaté Tioman "hot-swap" software for Windows 95 and Windows 98 is loaded
on the hard disk, but it is not installed. If you install this software, you can switch
most modules in the plug-in bay without shutting down the computer and rebooting.
(This software does not support Windows NT.)

• Click Start, Programs, Agaté Tioman for HP, Setup, then follow the onscreen
instructions.

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Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules

To replace a plug-in module

Note

CAUTION

• For Windows 95/Windows 98, if Agaté Tioman hot-swap software is installed, a
plug-in module icon appears at the right end of the taskbar. This software lets
you swap most plug-in modules without shutting down the computer.

• If you are removing or inserting a hard disk drive in the module bay, you must
shut down the computer.

• If you are removing a battery and inserting another battery, you do not have to
do steps 1 and 2 below—you can just change the batteries.

If you are inserting or removing a CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, or any other type
of drive, you must use the hot-swap software or shut down the computer
otherwise, you could lose data.

1. Close all files that are open from the plug-in module.

2. If the plug-in module icon is present in the taskbar, right-click the icon, then
click Remove Device. When prompted to remove the module, click OK. (You do
not have to do this if the bay is empty or contains a battery.)
–or–
Click Start, Shut Down to shut down the computer. (You must do this if you are
removing or inserting a hard disk drive in the module bay.)

3. Slide and hold the release latch, then pull out the module, as shown.

4. Slide the new plug-in module into the OmniBook until it clicks into place.

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Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules

To insert or remove a DVD or a CD

Making Connections

CAUTION

Do not remove a DVD or CD while the OmniBook is actively reading data.
Otherwise, the OmniBook could stop responding and you could lose data.

1. Press the button on the face of the drive tray. If the cardboard packing insert is
present, be sure to remove it.

2. Place the DVD or CD into the drive (label facing up) and gently press down to
seat the disk on the spindle.

–or–

Remove the disk.

3. Slide the DVD tray back into the module to close it.

If you lose power to the OmniBook, or if you have removed the module from the
OmniBook, you can manually open the drive to remove a disk.

Insert a straightened paper clip into the recessed hole on the front of the
drive, as shown.

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Making Connections

Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules

To play DVD movies

Note

CAUTION

Windows NT does not support the player software.

For the OmniBook 7150 only, the ATI DVD player is included on the hard disk drive,
but is not installed. Use these steps to install the player software.

• Click Start, Programs, ATI DVD Player, Setup.

To insert or eject a floppy disk

Do not remove a floppy disk while the OmniBook is actively reading or writing
data. Otherwise, you could lose data or the OmniBook could stop responding.

1. Hold the disk with its face up, then slide it into the floppy disk drive slot until it
clicks into place.

2. To remove the floppy disk, press the eject button on the front of the drive.

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Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules

To change the boot order of a device

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.

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

3. Open the Boot menu. The default boot order is

• Diskette drive

• Hard drive

• CD-ROM/DVD drive

4. Use the arrow keys to select drive you want to boot from.

5. Press F6 to move up (or F5 to move down) in the list.

6. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility.

Making Connections

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Connecting External Devices

Connecting External Devices

You can expand the OmniBook’s capabilities by connecting other devices.

Note

Before you connect any device, check the documentation that came with the
equipment to see if you need to make any settings or adjustments to the equipment
before using it. This might include setting switches to configure the equipment so
that it will operate properly with the OmniBook and the software you plan to use.

This section describes how to

♦ Identify connectors for external devices.
♦ Connect an external monitor.
♦ Enable the built-in and external displays.
♦ Change display settings.
♦ Connect a parallel or serial device.
♦ Connect an external PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse.
♦ Connect a universal serial bus (USB) devices.
♦ Connect a television.
♦ Connect audio devices.
♦ Make an infrared connection.

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Making Connections

Connecting External Devices

To identify connectors for external devices

The following graphic describes the available connectors for external devices. Refer
to it, if necessary, when following the procedures in this section.

1. Parallel port (LPT1).

Use this port for a parallel printer.

2. Serial port (COM1).

Use this port for a serial mouse, a modem, or a serial printer.

3. VGA port.

4. S-video (TV-out) port.

5. Docking port.

6. Universal serial bus port (USB).

7. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports the HP F1469A Y adapter).

8. Back infrared port. There is a second infrared port on the front of the OmniBook.

Use this port for wireless data transmission between the OmniBook and another

computer or a printer with an infrared port. You need to install the infrared
drivers.

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Making Connections

Connecting External Devices

To connect an external monitor

You can connect a VGA, SVGA, XGA, or an SXGA monitor to your OmniBook. The

OmniBook’s internal display supports standard XGA mode (1024 by 768 pixels).

1. Press the blue power button for one second to suspend the OmniBook.

2. Connect the monitor cable to the monitor, then to the VGA port on the back of
the OmniBook.

3. Connect the monitor to a power source and turn it on.

4. Press the blue power button to turn on the OmniBook.

5. If the external monitor has a different resolution from the internal display, adjust
the display properties (My Computer, Control Panel, Display, Settings).

To enable the built-in and external displays

• For a temporary change, press Fn+F5 to cycle through the display options
(Internal, External, Both).

–or–
For a permanent change, change the settings in the BIOS Setup utility (see the

following topic).

To change display settings in the BIOS Setup utility

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.

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

3. From the Main menu, use the down arrow to highlight Video Display Device.

4. Press ENTER to view choices.

5. Select Auto (automatically detects external monitor) or Both.

6. Press F10 to save settings and exit Setup.

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Connecting External Devices

To connect a parallel device

The parallel port uses a standard 25-pin connector, most commonly used for
connecting a printers. These include dot-matrix, ink-jet, and laser printers. The
parallel port supports both EPP and ECP capabilities (if selected in BIOS Setup).

The OmniBook has one parallel port. Its address and properties can be set in the
BIOS Setup utility.

• Connect the parallel printer cable or other parallel cable to the parallel port.

To connect a serial device

The OmniBook’s serial port uses a standard 9-pin serial port. Serial connections
typically are to external modems and fax modems. The OmniBook has one serial
port. Its address can be set in the BIOS Setup utility.

• Connect the serial cable to the serial port.

To connect a serial mouse

1. Connect the serial cable to the serial port.

2. From the Start menu, click Settings, Control Panel.

3. Double-click Mouse, then click General.

4. Click Change and then select Show All Devices.

5. Under Manufacturers, click Standard Mouse Types.

6. Under Models, change the mouse type to Standard Serial Mouse, then click OK.

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Connecting External Devices

To connect an external keyboard or PS/2 mouse

The 6-pin PS/2 port allows you to attach an external keyboard or a PS/2-compatible
mouse to the OmniBook. While an external PS/2 mouse is connected, the pointing
devices are normally disabled.

• Plug the mouse or keyboard PS/2 cable into the PS/2 port on the OmniBook.

o

To connect both a mouse and keyboard, use the HP F1469A Y adapter.

o

To connect a device that has a PC-type jack, first connect its cable to an
adapter cable with a PS/2 jack.

To use hot keys from an external keyboard, substitute CTRL+ALT for the OmniBook
Fn key. For example, to access Fn+F2, press CTRL+ALT+F2. If this does not work,
check that the setting for External Fn Key is enabled in the System Devices menu of
the BIOS Setup utility.

The built-in pointing device must be disabled for special mouse features to work. In
the BIOS Setup utility, check that the PS/2 Pointing Devices option is set to Auto in
the System Devices menu.

Note

Note

To connect USB devices

Windows NT 4.0 does not support universal serial bus (USB) devices.

Universal serial bus (USB) provides a bi-directional serial interface for adding
peripheral devices such as game controllers, serial and parallel ports, and scanners
on a single bus. The OmniBook provides one USB port; the OmniBook docking
products provide two USB ports.

• Attach the USB cable to the USB port. Windows 95 or Windows 98 automatically
recognize the USB device. Some USB devices can be connected to the
OmniBook in a series of USB devices—this is called a “daisy-chain” connection.

If you have problems making this connection, contact the vendor of
the peripheral device, as well as the HP website, for the latest versions of the USB
drivers. The USB technology is dynamic and continues to develop.

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To connect a television

Making Connections

Connecting External Devices

Note

At the time of this printing, Windows NT 4.0 does not support a television
connection. Check the HP website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook for updates.

If your television has an S-video port, you can connect it to the OmniBook and use
your television display as a monitor. Connect an S-video cable—available at most

computer stores—directly between the television and OmniBook. If your television
does not have an S-video port, you’ll need to order the HP video cable adapter
(HP F1459A).

1. From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook.

2. Connect the S-video cable to the OmniBook.

3. Connect the cable to the S-video port on the back of your television.

4. Turn on the OmniBook.

5. From the Start menu, click Settings, Control Panel, Display.

6. Click the Settings tab, then select TV. (You can select any or all of the choices:
CRT, TV, LCD).

NTSC and PAL Television Standards

If your television uses the PAL standard, you’ll need to change the BIOS setting from
NTSC to PAL.

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.

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

3. From the Main menu, select Television Type, then select PAL.

4. Press F10 to save and exit.

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Connecting External Devices

To connect audio devices

There is a built-in microphone located just below the OmniBook display. You can
use it to record voice, sound, and music. You can also plug in a stereo input source,
(such as a CD player), an external microphone, external speakers or headphones.

CAUTION

Note

The audio jacks are three-terminal stereo jacks. They are not compatible with
two-terminal mono plugs. Connecting a mono plug into the headphone-out jack
may damage the OmniBook.

• Attach the audio cable to the corresponding audio port.

• When you plug a device into the microphone-in port, the built-in microphone

automatically turns off.

• When you plug a device into the speaker-out port, the built-in speakers
automatically turn off.

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To make an infrared connection

Making Connections

Connecting External Devices

Note

Windows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communication.
By default, the infrared port is not enabled. You must enable it in the BIOS Setup

utility and then install the appropriate infrared driver. For details, refer to the driver’s
Readme file located in \OmniBook\Drivers.

The OmniBook provides two infrared ports—one on the front of the OmniBook
(below the latch) and one on the rear panel. The infrared ports provide wireless,
serial communication between the OmniBook and other IR-equipped devices such
as printers and other OmniBooks.

• Line up the OmniBook’s infrared port and the other infrared port in as straight a
line as possible. The two ports should be no more than 1 meter apart, with no
obstructions in between. Noise from nearby equipment can cause transmission
errors.

• To check the status of communications, go to Infrared Monitor (Start, Settings,
Control Panel).

• To switch between front and rear infrared ports, press Fn+F. A light turns on
behind the front infrared lens when the front port is selected.

Printing to an Infrared Printer

• Install your printer and assign it to the OmniBook’s IR port. You can then print
from your applications as you would to any other printer. Be sure the OmniBook
and printer infrared ports are properly aligned.

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Connecting External Devices

Transferring Files with an Infrared Connection

To transfer files, you can use the Direct Cable Connection software built into
Windows 95 and Windows 98. You need to install it first.

1. From Control Panel, click Add/Remove Programs.

2. Click Windows Setup, Communications, and select Direct Cable Connection.

See the Windows online help for instructions about how to use Direct Cable

Connection.

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Using PC Cards

This section describes how to

♦ Insert and remove a PC Card.
♦ Select a compatible PC Card from a list of tested cards.
♦ Install Card Executive software for Windows NT.

To insert a PC Card

Making Connections

Using PC Cards

Note

CAUTION

PC Card indicator

Windows NT 4.0 does not support zoomed video. If you are using Windows NT 4.0,

make sure you’ve installed Card Executive (see page 4-19 for instructions).

The OmniBook PC Card slots are available for storing data and expanding the
communication capabilities of the OmniBook. The OmniBook supports standard
Type I, II, and III PC Cards (PCMCIA and CardBus). You can use two Type I or II
cards or one Type III card.

For the OmniBook 7100, both slots support Zoomed Video, which allows a zoomed
video card to show high-quality multimedia presentations. For the OmniBook 7150,
only the lower slot supports Zoomed Video.

Do not remove a PC Card while the OmniBook is reading or writing data.
Otherwise, you could lose data or the OmniBook could stop responding.
When the card is active, the PC Card indicator appears on the status panel. On
the OmniBook 7150, the PC Card indicator stays on if a PC CardBus is installed.

1. Hold the card with its face up and its connector holes toward the card slot.

2. Slide the PC Card into the slot until it is flush with the OmniBook.

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Making Connections

Using PC Cards

To remove a PC Card

CAUTION

Do not remove a PC Card while the OmniBook is reading or writing data.
Otherwise, you could lose data or the OmniBook could stop responding.
When the card is active, the PC Card indicator appears on the status panel.

1. To remove the card, click the PC Card indicator in the taskbar, then click Stop
(for Windows 95 and Windows 98 only). This protects your data and avoids
unexpected problems. You can restart the card by removing it, then inserting
again.

2. Press the eject button once to pop the button out.

3. Press the eject button again to eject the PC Card.

To find tested PC Cards

For the latest information about compatible cards, visit our website at
http://www.hp.com/omnibook and check the Accessories section. Or contact
Hewlett-Packard as described in the Support and Service booklet.

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Using PC Cards

To install Card Executive support for Windows NT

To take advantage of Card Executive’s plug-n-play for PC network cards, you must
install Card Executive before installing Windows NT networking. Card Executive is
located on the OmniBook’s hard disk drive.

You set up Card Executive from the Windows Start menu. (The driver is also located
on the Recovery CD in \Omnibook\Drivers\Pccard. )

Card Executive adds the following capabilities to your OmniBook:

• Plug and Play for PC Cards using standard Windows NT drivers.

• Plug and Play for supported network PC Cards.

• Automatic configuration of PC Cards utilizing advanced “Wizard” technology to

allocate system resources.

• Suspend/Resume functions and simplified administration of PC Cards when
integrated with Phoenix Card Executive.

1. Click Start, Programs, OmniBook, Card Executive, Setup.

2. Follow the setup instructions on the screen.

You can download the Phoenix Card Executive documentation from the following
website: http://www.phoenix.com/notebook/addinfo.html.

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Using Docking Products

Using Docking Products

A docking product provides external connections for the OmniBook that you can
leave in place whenever you remove the OmniBook from your desk. Instead of
disconnecting and reconnecting peripheral devices, simply undock and dock the
OmniBook. This section describes how to

• Install a docking tray.

• Dock the OmniBook.

• Undock the OmniBook.

For more information about using docking products, see User’s Guide that shipped
with your dock.

To install a docking tray

Your dock requires a tray that accommodates your specific OmniBook model. Install
this tray prior to connecting the OmniBook to the dock.

1. Select the tray labeled for the OmniBook 7100/7150.

2. Slide the rear of the tray into the dock as shown on the dock label.

3. Push down firmly on both sides of the tray until it snaps into place.

To remove a tray from the dock, pull the latch (at the center front of the dock)
towards you until the tray pops free.

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Using Docking Products

To dock the OmniBook

1. From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook.

If you have a plug-and-play operating system, such as Windows 95 or

Windows 98, you do not need to turn off the OmniBook before inserting
it into the dock.

2. Connect power to the dock—the type of connection depends on the dock. See

the manual that came with the dock.

3. On the rear of the OmniBook, slide the docking door to the left.

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Using Docking Products

4. Place the OmniBook on the dock platform, with the rear of the computer facing

the dock’s docking connector.

5. Position your fingers on the platform grips as shown below. Use your thumbs to
push the computer into the dock until the computer clicks into place.

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Using Docking Products

To undock the OmniBook

1. If you’re using Windows NT, click Start, Shut Down.

2. Press the undock button on the front of the dock and wait for the undock light to
turn green. Then position your thumb as shown and pull the release lever
forward.

3. Remove the OmniBook from the dock.

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5

Expanding the OmniBook

Expanding the OmniBook

This chapter describes some of the optional equipment that can be added to the
OmniBook—components installed inside the computer rather than connected to the

computer’s I/O ports.
This chapter describes procedures to expand or update the capabilities of your

OmniBook, including

♦ Installing a hard disk drive.
♦ Installing a RAM expansion module.

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Installing a Hard Disk Drive

Installing a Hard Disk Drive

This section describes how to

♦ Replace the hard disk drive.
♦ Replace the hard disk drive holder.
♦ Create a hibernate partition for a new hard disk drive.

To replace the hard disk drive

1. Unplug the ac adapter, if present, and remove the battery.

2. Turn the unit bottom side up.

3. Use a screwdriver to pop up the hard drive handle.

4. Pull the tab and remove the hard drive cushion.

5. Slide the hard drive toward the front, then lift it out.

6. Insert the new hard disk drive.

7. Replace the hard drive cushion.

8. Insert the battery.

Expanding the OmniBook

Important

If you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Hibernate partition on
the drive before loading any software—see page 5-5 for instructions.

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Expanding the OmniBook

Installing a Hard Disk Drive

To replace the hard disk drive holder

If you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a plastic holder, you can
remove the holder from the old hard drive.

You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.

1. Unsnap the two plastic snaps next to the connector and remove the plastic tray.

2. Remove the four screws from the sides of the shield.

3. Remove the hard drive from the shield.

4. Unplug the connector from the hard drive.

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Installing a Hard Disk Drive

To create a Hibernate partition

You’ll need the OmniBook, its DVD or CD-ROM drive, and the OmniBook Recovery
CD to create a hibernate partition.

1. Connect the ac adapter to the OmniBook.

2. Insert the DVD or CD-ROM drive in the OmniBook.

3. Insert the bootable Recovery CD in the drive.

4. Reboot, press ESC twice and select the DVD/CD-ROM drive as the boot device.

The DOS Startup menu appears.

5. Choose the following option:

Create Hibernate Partition (erases Hard Disk).

6. Choose Y to Continue.

7. When prompted for “Hibernate” partition size, select the factory default.

Do not interrupt the Hibernate partition process or unplug the ac adapter until the

process is complete.

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Installing a RAM Expansion Module

Installing a RAM Expansion Module

CAUTION

Your OmniBook s computer chips are extremely static-sensitive. Static
electricity can permanently damage computer chips. Handle the RAM module
only by its edges. Before installing the memory module, discharge your body
static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the
rear of the OmniBook.

The OmniBook provides an optional memory expansion slot for installing a RAM
expansion module.

This section describes how to

♦ Install a RAM expansion module.
♦ Remove a RAM expansion module.

s

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Expanding the OmniBook

Installing a RAM Expansion Module

To install a RAM expansion module

Your OmniBook’s computer chips are extremely static-sensitive. Static electricity can
permanently damage computer chips. Before starting, reading the caution on
page 5-6 about how to handle RAM expansion modules.

1. From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook.

2. Unplug the ac adapter, if present, and remove the battery. (Remove a second
battery if one is installed.)

3. Turn the unit bottom side up and unsnap the RAM cover.

4. Insert the RAM board into the connector at about a 30° angle until it is fully
inserted. Then press down at both sides until both latches snap closed.

If only one RAM board is present, you can install it in either connector.

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Expanding the OmniBook

Installing a RAM Expansion Module

To remove a RAM expansion module

Your OmniBook’s computer chips are extremely static-sensitive. Static electricity can
permanently damage computer chips. Before starting, reading the caution on
page 5-6 about how to handle RAM expansion modules.

1. From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook.

2. Unplug the ac adapter, if present, and remove the battery. (Remove a second
battery if one is installed.)

3. Turn the unit bottom side up and pry open the RAM cover.

4. Release the two metal latches at the sides of the RAM board, so the free edge of
the board pops up.

5. Pull the module out of the connector.

6. Replace the door.

7. Insert the battery.

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Using the Recovery CD

Important

Using the Recovery CD

You can use the OmniBook Recovery CD to recover an original OmniBook build, or
you can use it to install the HP custom software over a user-installed alternate
operating system.

The Recovery CD provides the OmniBook-specific drivers to configure your custom
system. The drivers are located in these places:

• On the Recovery CD ROM, under \Omnibook\Drivers.

• On the OmniBook hard drive under C:\Omnibook\Drivers.

• On the OmniBook website at

http://www.hp.com/omnibook

contains the latest updates of software drivers.

The drivers for the retail version of these operating systems, as well as other
operating systems, are located on the OmniBook website. Detailed instructions are
located in the Readme for each driver.

The OmniBook Recovery CD includes the following:

Directory Contains

. This website

README.TXT text file Instructions for using the

RECOVER\

Recovery CD

.

BOOTDISK For creating your own copy of a boot disk.

OMNIBOOK\

HPUTILS Use this to install the online

and Support files to the \OmniBook directory on your hard drive.

DRIVERS

Use this to manually install individual device drivers for your factory-installed
operating system. The README file in OmniBook\Drivers contains complete
installation instructions.

If you need drivers for other operating systems, go to the OmniBook website at
http://www.hp.com/omnibook.

MANUALS Use this for viewing of the online

above to install the

User’s Handbook

User’s Handbook

User’s Handbook

.

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or to copy the OmniBook Notes

from the CD. See HPUTILS

Recovering Software

If you’ve deleted or lost files on the OmniBook, causing the system to work
improperly, you may need to recover the original Windows operating system.
You can also recover OmniBook files and install them over an alternate operating
system.

This section describes how to

♦ Recover the factory installation of Windows.
♦ Install the OmniBook online User’s Handbook.
♦ Recover a damaged Recovery CD or hard disk drive.
♦ Update the OmniBook BIOS.
♦ Get drivers for other operating systems.

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To recover the factory installation of Windows

The following procedure describes how to recover the original Windows operating
system that came with your OmniBook.

CAUTION

This procedure will format the hard disk drive. After the hard disk drive is
formatted, you
drive will erase all data on the disk. If possible,

to save before installing Windows.

1. Shut down the OmniBook and insert the CD-ROM drive in the module bay.

2. Connect the ac adapter and turn on the OmniBook.

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

4. Open the Boot menu and select CD-ROM as the first boot device. (You may want
to change the boot order back to Diskette Drive after completing this procedure.)

5. Insert the Recovery CD into the CD-ROM drive.

6. Press F10, then press Yes to save and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

7. When the menu appears, choose “Recover …” for your operating system.

8. When prompted, select Y to erase the hard disk and continue.

9. When prompted for a “Hibernate” partition size, select the factory default.

10. If you are installing Windows 95 or Windows 98, select a file system
(FAT16 or FAT32).

The default file system for both Windows 95 and Windows 98 is FAT32. After the

hard drive is erased and partitioned, the OmniBook reboots and begins copying
files from the Recovery CD.

The recovery process can take up to an hour. Do not interrupt the recovery

process or unplug the ac adapter until recovery is completed.

ll need to reinstall any applications. Reformatting the hard disk

back up any files you would like

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Using the Recovery CD

Recovering Software

To install the online User’s Handbook

You can install the online User’s Handbook from the Recovery CD. This also installs
OmniBook Notes and Support files to your hard drive.

1. Connect the ac adapter to the OmniBook.

2. Insert the DVD drive or the CD-ROM drive in the module bay.

3. Insert the Recovery CD in the drive.

4. From the \OmniBook\Hputils\Disk1 directory on the CD, double-click
SETUP.EXE. The OmniBook Application Software Setup screen appears.

5. Click Next.

6. Click “OmniBook Online Documentation.”

7. Click Install Now.

To replace a damaged Recovery CD

If you lose or damage the Recovery CD, take your OmniBook and Certificate of
Authenticity to an HP Service Center to be replaced. If you mail your OmniBook for
this service, you must provide a photocopy of the Certificate of Authenticity along
with payment.

See the Support and Service booklet for HP Service Center addresses and telephone
numbers.

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Using the Recovery CD

Recovering Software

To update the OmniBook BIOS

Hewlett-Packard may update the BIOS to enhance the capabilities of the OmniBook.
Updates will be available from HP Customer Care. Visit the Support website at
http://www.hp.com/omnibook.

You may receive a BIOS update on a floppy disk or on a CD.

CAUTION

Because a BIOS update replaces the previous version, it is very important you
follow these instructions exactly. Otherwise, the OmniBook may be damaged.
The BIOS update process resets the configuration settings in the BIOS Setup
utility except for the PC Identification and Password.

1. If you are updating the BIOS from a CD, you’ll need to change the boot device to
CD-ROM/DVD drive. See page 4-7 for instructions.

2. From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook.

3. Connect the ac adapter to the OmniBook.

4. Remove any PC Cards and if docked, undock the OmniBook.

5. Insert the BIOS Update disk or CD in the appropriate drive.

6. Press the blue power button.

7. When prompted, choose the correct language.

8. When prompted, press C and follow the onscreen instructions. This starts a
process that takes approximately 1 minute. Once it begins, do not interrupt the
update process.

To get drivers for other operating systems

The Recovery CD provides the drivers for your factory-installed operating system. If
you install a retail version of Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT, you will
need the OmniBook-specific drivers to configure your custom system.

The drivers for all three of these operating systems are located on the OmniBook
website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

If you run into problems with your OmniBook, you can use the suggestions in this
chapter for getting back on track.

If you have questions that this manual doesn t answer, you can

• Look at the online Help for Windows and other applications.

• Find technical information about the OmniBook on the Internet—visit the

Support website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook.

• See other books about Windows, MS-DOS, and other applications. Check your
local library or bookstore.

• Contact your dealer, or contact Hewlett-Packard—see the OmniBook Support
and Service booklet or OmniBook Support in the online OmniBook Library.

• Get information about system resources (interrupts, addresses, and memory),
see “Software System Resources” on page 8-6.

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