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CAUTION

Important Safety Information

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord to connect a modem to the telephone wall jack.

When using your computer with a telephone connection, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons:

• Do not use this product with a telephone connection near water (for example, near a bathtub, sink, swimming pool, or in a wet basement).

• Avoid using a telephone connection (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

• Do not use a telephone connection to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

• Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of

batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

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For a PC supplied with a Microsoft operating system: When you start the PC and accept the Microsoft End-user License Agreement (“EULA”), your license rights are valid only if a Certificate of Authenticity (“COA”) label corresponding to your Microsoft operating system is provided with your PC. The COA label can usually be found on the bottom of the computer. If the COA label does not correspond to your Microsoft operating system or is missing, contact your HP reseller for details.

Other non-HP Software and Operating Systems are covered by the appropriate vendor license. The following License Terms govern the use of the HP software:

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

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Edition History

Edition 1 (FB) .......................................December 2001

This manual is printed on recycled paper.

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Contents

Getting Started with Your HP Notebook .....................................................................11

Taking Inventory.........................................................................................................12

What’s in the Box?................................................................................................12

To buy accessories ................................................................................................13

To find more information...................................................................................... 13

Identifying Parts of the Computer...............................................................................14

Front View ............................................................................................................14

Back View............................................................................................................. 15

Bottom View......................................................................................................... 16

Status Lights.......................................................................................................... 17

Expansion Base - Front......................................................................................... 19

Expansion Base - Back..........................................................................................20

Setting Up Your Computer......................................................................................... 21

Step 1: Install the battery.......................................................................................21

Step 2: Connect AC power....................................................................................23

Step 3: Connect a phone line.................................................................................24

Step 4: Turn on the computer................................................................................ 25

Step 5: Set up Windows ........................................................................................25

Step 6: Register your notebook .............................................................................26

What to do next..................................................................................................... 27

To connect to the Internet......................................................................................27

To connect the floppy disk drive...........................................................................28

Basic Operation ..............................................................................................................29

Operating Your Computer ..........................................................................................30

To turn the computer on and off............................................................................30

To reset the computer............................................................................................ 31

To change the boot device.....................................................................................32

To use the pointing stick .......................................................................................32

To use the Fn hot keys ..........................................................................................34

To use the One-Touch buttons ..............................................................................35

To use the Windows and Applications keys..........................................................36

To use the embedded keypad ................................................................................36

To use the ALT GR key........................................................................................ 37

To adjust the display ............................................................................................. 37

To adjust the volume.............................................................................................38

To change computer settings for a presentation.................................................... 39

To use a multimedia expansion base..................................................................... 40

To work with CDs and DVDs ...............................................................................40

Securing Your Computer............................................................................................ 41

To set up password protection...............................................................................41

To attach a security cable......................................................................................42

To protect against viruses......................................................................................43

To set PC identification......................................................................................... 44

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To lock the hard disk drive....................................................................................44

Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC.................................................................. 45

Taking Care of Your Computer.................................................................................. 47

To protect your hard disk drive............................................................................. 47

To maintain your computer................................................................................... 47

To safeguard your data.......................................................................................... 48

To extend the life of the display............................................................................ 48

To clean your computer.........................................................................................48

Batteries and Power Management ................................................................................ 49

Managing Power Consumption...................................................................................50

How the computer manages power automatically.................................................50

To manage power manually.................................................................................. 53

Using Battery Power...................................................................................................54

To check battery status.......................................................................................... 54

To respond to a low-battery warning ....................................................................55

To recharge the battery..........................................................................................55

To use additional batteries.....................................................................................56

To get the most from your batteries ...................................................................... 56

To maximize processor speed ...............................................................................57

Modem and Network Connections................................................................................ 59

Using the Modem........................................................................................................60

To connect the modem.......................................................................................... 60

To connect to the Internet......................................................................................62

To disconnect from the Internet ............................................................................ 63

To dial in to a network ..........................................................................................63

To change your modem settings............................................................................64

To send and receive e-mail....................................................................................65

To send and receive faxes (Windows 98)..............................................................66

To send and receive faxes (Windows 2000)..........................................................67

To send and receive faxes (Windows XP) ............................................................68

Connecting to a LAN..................................................................................................69

To connect to a LAN............................................................................................. 69

Making Wireless Connections ....................................................................................70

To prepare for connections (Windows 98 or 2000)...............................................70

To prepare for connections (Windows XP)...........................................................72

To turn wireless communication on and off..........................................................73

Add-On Devices .............................................................................................................. 75

Using an Expansion Base............................................................................................76

To dock the computer............................................................................................76

To undock the computer........................................................................................78

To play audio CDs ................................................................................................79

To use the status panel ..........................................................................................80

Using Plug-In Modules...............................................................................................82

To install hot-swap support (Windows 98) ...........................................................82

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To replace a plug-in module..................................................................................82

To insert or remove a CD or DVD........................................................................ 85

To play DVD movies ............................................................................................86

To create or copy CDs...........................................................................................87

Connecting PC Cards.................................................................................................. 88

To insert or remove a PC Card.............................................................................. 88

Connecting External Devices......................................................................................90

To identify connectors for external devices ..........................................................90

To connect a printer or other parallel device.........................................................91

To connect an external keyboard or mouse...........................................................91

To connect a USB device......................................................................................92

To connect an audio device................................................................................... 92

To use an external monitor.................................................................................... 93

To use a TV set as a monitor................................................................................. 94

To connect a serial device..................................................................................... 95

To connect an infrared device............................................................................... 95

Installing Additional RAM .........................................................................................97

To install a RAM expansion module.....................................................................97

To remove a RAM expansion module ..................................................................98

To replace the system RAM module.....................................................................99

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive................................................................................. 102

To replace the hard disk drive............................................................................. 102

To replace the hard disk drive holder.................................................................. 102

To prepare a new hard disk drive........................................................................ 103

Troubleshooting and Maintenance..............................................................................105

Troubleshooting Your Computer..............................................................................106

Audio problems................................................................................................... 106

CD and DVD problems.......................................................................................107

Display problems ................................................................................................109

Expansion base problems....................................................................................110

Hard disk drive problems.................................................................................... 112

Heat problems ..................................................................................................... 112

Infrared Problems................................................................................................ 113

Keyboard and pointing device problems.............................................................113

LAN problems.....................................................................................................115

Memory problems ...............................................................................................116

Modem problems ................................................................................................116

PC card (PCMCIA) problems .............................................................................119

Performance problems ........................................................................................120

Power and battery problems................................................................................121

Printing problems................................................................................................ 124

Serial, parallel, and USB problems .....................................................................124

Startup Problems................................................................................................. 126

Wireless Problems............................................................................................... 127

Testing the Hardware................................................................................................ 129

To run the e-Diagtools diagnostic test.................................................................129

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Configuring the Computer........................................................................................ 131

To run the BIOS Setup utility .............................................................................131

To set up TopTools ............................................................................................. 137

Reinstalling and Updating Software ......................................................................... 138

To recover the factory installation of your hard disk .......................................... 138

To create a Support Utility disk .......................................................................... 139

To create a boot disk (Windows 98 or 2000) ......................................................140

To replace a damaged Recovery CD ...................................................................140

To update the BIOS............................................................................................. 140

To update Windows drivers ................................................................................141

HP Support and Service............................................................................................... 143

Getting Assistance for Your Computer..................................................................... 144

To get help from the web ....................................................................................144

To contact HP for support or service...................................................................145

To receive repair service ..................................................................................... 147

To prepare your computer for shipment.............................................................. 148

Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement .........................................................149

Reference Information ................................................................................................. 151

Hardware Specifications........................................................................................... 152

Modem Reference Information................................................................................. 155

Modem Reference (Ambit) .................................................................................155

Safety Information ....................................................................................................160

Power Cords........................................................................................................160

Ergonomics .........................................................................................................161

Battery Safety...................................................................................................... 161

Laser Safety.........................................................................................................162

LED Safety.......................................................................................................... 162

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.............................................................163

Regulatory Information.............................................................................................164

U.S.A...................................................................................................................164

Canada.................................................................................................................165

European Union ..................................................................................................165

Japan ...................................................................................................................168

Russia.................................................................................................................. 168

International ........................................................................................................ 168

Index .............................................................................................................................. 171

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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook

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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Taking Inventory

Taking Inventory

Congratulations! Your notebook computer sets a new standard in personal computing. Although compact and easy to carry, your computer is made with the quality and attention to detail that are the hallmark of Hewlett-Packard.

Your computer has several features that make it convenient to use:

• Two buttons provide convenient options for starting and stopping the computer.

• Volume controls are located within easy reach on the computer’s right side, and the

audio-off button and light let you cut off all sound quickly when needed.

• All cable connectors are near the back of the computer, keeping cables away from your working area.

This manual shows how to set up and operate your computer, as well as what to do if you run into trouble.

What’s in the Box?

Your HP notebook computer is shipped with these items:

• Main battery (installed).

• Floppy disk drive module (certain models only).

• Floppy disk drive USB cable (floppy drive models without expansion base only).

• AC adapter and power cord.

• Quick Start sheet.

• Startup Guide.

• Recovery CD, for restoring Windows and all software included with your computer.

• Microsoft Windows manual.

• Multimedia expansion base and plug-in drive module (certain models only).

• Phone cord (modem models only).

In addition, your HP notebook includes preinstalled software. (The exact software installed depends on your particular notebook model.)

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Taking Inventory

To buy accessories

You can buy accessories for your computer online. For the latest accessories and options, visit the HP Notebook web site (www.hp.com/notebooks).

HP currently offers plug-in modules and other accessories, such as the following:

• AC adapter.

• Plug-in drives, such as CD-ROM, DVD, and similar drives, floppy drive, Zip drive,

and second hard disk drive.

• Main battery and secondary battery plug-in module.

To find more information

The following table lists other sources of information about your computer and related products.

Source Description and Location

Startup Guide

Online Reference Guide

Online HP Notes

Microsoft Windows manual

HP Notebook Web Site

HP Business Support Web Site

Corporate Evaluator’s Guide

This printed manual introduces your computer. It also contains setup instructions, basic operation guidelines, troubleshooting information, and warranty information.

The full Reference Guide is shipped on the computer’s hard drive, and provides a complete source for operating and maintaining the computer. Look in the online HP Library, or on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library. For Windows XP, the HP Library is in the Help and Support Center.

For late-breaking information available after the manuals were completed, see the HP Notes in the online HP Library, or on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library.

This is shipped with your computer and contains information about using the version of Microsoft Windows shipped with your computer.

www.hp.com/notebooks. www.europe.hp.com/notebooks (European mirror).

www.hp.com/go/bizsupport.

This provides information about installing alternate operating systems, as well as how to configure your notebook computer in a corporate, networked environment. Located at the HP Business Support web site.

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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer

Identifying Parts of the Computer

Front View

1. Wireless on-off button and indicator light (on certain models).

2. Left and right One-Touch buttons (programmable).

3. Sleep button. Suspends and resumes operation.

4. Keyboard status lights: Caps Lock, Num Lock, Keypad Lock, Scroll Lock.

5. Power slide button. Turns the computer on and off.

6. Pointing stick (pointing device).

7. Scroll button.

8. Left and right click buttons.

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9. Main status lights: power mode, hard disk activity, main battery charge.

10. Hard disk drive.

11. Audio-off button and audio-off light.

12. Volume control.

13. Audio jacks: audio out (headphones), external microphone.

14. PC Card slot.

15. PC Card eject button.

16. Built-in microphone.

17. Latch for opening the computer.

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Back View

18. Universal serial bus ports (USB).

19. Infrared port.

20. External monitor port.

21. Modem port (on certain models).

22. LAN port.

23. AC adapter jack.

24. Kensington lock slot (security connector).

25. System-off switch.

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Bottom View

26. Hard disk drive retaining screw.

27. RAM cover.

28. Docking port.

29. Main battery.

30. Main battery latch.

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Status Lights

The main status lights report power and battery status and drive activity.

1. Power mode.

• On: the computer is on (even if the display is off).

• Blinking: the computer is in Standby mode.

• Off: the computer is off or in Hibernate mode.

2. Hard disk drive activity.

• Blue: the computer is accessing the hard disk drive.

3. Main battery charge status.

• Green: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged.

• Amber: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging.

• Blinking: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is missing or has a fault.

• Off: the AC adapter is not connected.

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The keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks.

1. Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active.

2. Num Lock. Num Lock is active (Fn+F9). (The Keypad Lock must also be on to use the embedded keypad.)

3. Keypad Lock. The embedded keypad is active (Fn+F8). Num Lock must also be on for the numeric keys—otherwise, cursor control is active (as marked on an external keyboard).

4. Scroll Lock. Scroll Lock is active (Fn+F10).

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Identifying Parts of the Computer

Expansion Base - Front

1. Docking connector.

2. Status panel.

3. Status panel button.

4. Speaker (one on each side).

5. Left plug-in module bay. Can contain a CD-ROM or DVD drive, floppy disk drive, secondary battery, or other plug-in module.

6. CD status light.

7. CD player power button.

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8. CD player controls: previous track, play/pause, stop, next track, volume.

9. Right plug-in module bay. Used with CD player controls. Can contain any plug-in module.

10. Module eject latch.

11. Undock switch.

12. Audio jacks: audio out (headphones), external microphone, audio in.

13. Kensington lock slot (security connector).

14. Emergency undock latch.

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Expansion Base - Back

15. Universal serial bus ports (USB).

16. S-video (TV out) port.

17. Serial port (COM1).

18. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device.

19. External monitor port.

20. PS/2 mouse port.

21. PS/2 keyboard port.

22. LAN port (works only if the computer has a built-in LAN port).

23. AC adapter jack.

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Setting Up Your Computer

WARNING

Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library, or visit our ergonomics web site, www.hp.com/ergo. For a summary about working with a notebook computer, see “Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC” on page 45.

If you are using your notebook computer as your primary computer, or using it for extended periods, you should use it with a full-size keyboard, monitor, and mouse. This can reduce the risk of ergonomic injury. See Working in Comfort in the online HP Library.

When you set up your computer for the first time, you’ll need to install and charge the battery, connect the AC adapter, turn on the computer, and run the Windows setup program.

Step 1: Install the battery

Do not mutilate or puncture batteries. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, or they can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Rechargeable batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.

Your computer is shipped with the battery installed. If the battery has been removed, you should install it:

1. Turn the computer upside down.

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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer

2. Insert the front end of the battery into the battery compartment on the bottom of the computer, then press the back end in until it clicks into place.

To remove the battery

1. Do one of the following:

• Plug in the AC adapter.

• Shut down the computer or put it into Hibernate mode.

2. Slide the battery’s release latch, then lift the battery out of its compartment.

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Setting Up Your Computer

Step 2: Connect AC power

CAUTION

Important

Use only the HP AC adapter included with your computer (or other approved adapter). Using any other AC adapter could damage the computer and may void your warranty (see the warranty statement in this manual).

If you have an expansion base, do not dock your computer in it until after the computer boots up for the first time.

• Plug in the AC adapter, and connect it to the AC adapter jack on the back of the computer. The computer’s battery then starts charging.

While the battery is charging, you can continue with step 3.

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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer

Step 3: Connect a phone line

If your computer does not include a built-in modem, you can skip this step. Also, if you prefer, you can instead connect to a PC Card modem or an external modem.

1. Make sure the telephone line is an analog line, sometimes called a data line. (You must not use a digital line.)

2. Connect the telephone cord to the built-in modem.

3. Plug the other end of the phone cord into a telephone jack. If the plug on the phone cord doesn’t fit the jack, you may need to use an adapter.

For details about using the modem, see “Using the Modem” on page 60.

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Setting Up Your Computer

Step 4: Turn on the computer

• Press the blue sleep button above the keyboard. The computer then boots up, and Windows starts automatically.

Hint

If your computer does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery may be out of power. Plug in the AC adapter and press the blue sleep button again. Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at least an hour.

Step 5: Set up Windows

Your computer has Microsoft Windows preinstalled on its hard disk drive. The first time you turn on your computer, the Windows Setup program runs automatically so you can customize your setup.

1. Follow the Setup program’s instructions as they appear on the screen. If the program prompts you to enter the Product ID code, you will find this code on the bottom of the computer.

2. If your computer has a modem, check the modem’s country or region settings:

• Windows 98: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, double-click Modems, then

click Dialing Properties.

• Windows 2000: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, double-click Phone and

Modem Options, then click Edit on the Dialing Rules tab.

• Windows XP: click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Phone and

Modem Options, then click Edit on the Dialing Rules tab.

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Step 6: Register your notebook

Be sure to register your computer. Registering is free and fast, and ensures you will receive quicker, more personalized support. The information you provide during registration allows us to provide you with better products and services.

Registering your computer does the following:

• Records your ownership of the computer with Hewlett-Packard and provides access to service, support, and information.

• Records your ownership of the Windows 98 or XP operating system with Microsoft. If you have Windows 2000, please contact Microsoft separately to register the operating system.

You can register while setting up Windows, or later in any of three ways: by modem, by phone, or by fax. For some countries and models, an HP notebook registration icon is available on the desktop.

By modem

If your computer does not have a built-in modem, you can register after you set up a PC Card modem or an external modem—or you can register by phone or fax.

• If you are not prompted to register, you can click the Register button in the welcome screen. Make sure the phone line is connected to the modem port and follow the onscreen instructions.

If you choose not to register right away, you can do so by modem later by doubleclicking the Registration icon on the desktop (if available). Make sure the phone line is connected and follow the onscreen instructions. The icon disappears after you register.

By phone

You can register by calling your HP Customer Care Center. See “To contact HP for support or service” on page 145 for the phone number.

By fax

If you have a printer connected to your computer, you can print a registration form and fax it to HP. Double-click the HP Notebook Registration icon on the desktop (if available), and print the registration form. You will find the fax number on the form.

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What to do next

Here are a few things you may want to try at this point:

• If you’re not familiar with the version of Windows installed on your computer, click Start, Help (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Tour Windows XP, or check the Windows manual to discover what’s new.

• If your computer shipment includes an expansion base and CD-ROM drive or similar drive, insert the drive in the right module bay—see “To replace a plug-in module” on page 82 for details. Then turn on the computer and insert it into the expansion base— see “To dock the computer” on page 76 for details.

• If your expansion base includes a DVD drive or CD-RW drive, you also received special software for the drive—find the software CD in the box. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Multimedia —if the software isn’t listed, install it by inserting the CD in the drive. Follow the instructions displayed—run Setup on the CD if it doesn’t run automatically.

See the online Reference Guide to learn more about using and maintaining your computer—click Start, Programs, HP Library (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Help and Support, HP Library (Windows XP).

To connect to the Internet

If your computer has a modem (built-in, PC Card, or external), LAN port, or wireless LAN, you can use it to connect to the Internet. For details, see “Using the Modem” on page 60, “Connecting to a LAN” on page 69, or “Making Wireless Connections” on page 70.

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To connect the floppy disk drive

If you don’t have an expansion base, you can connect the floppy disk drive to a USB port.

• Connect the F2101A USB floppy cable directly to the floppy drive and to the USB port.

If you have an expansion base, you can insert the floppy drive in a module bay—see “To replace a plug-in module” on page 82.

You cannot use the USB floppy cable to connect any other type of drive module, such as a CD-ROM or DVD drive. The USB floppy cable is for floppy drives only.

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Basic Operation Operating Your Computer

Operating Your Computer

You can start and stop your computer using its blue sleep button. However, at certain times you may want to use other methods to start or stop the computer—depending on power considerations, types of active connections, and start-up time.

To turn the computer on and off

Power mode To enter this mode

On mode

Power mode status light is on.

Standby mode Saves significant power. Turns off the display and other components. Maintains current session in RAM. Restarts quickly. Restores network connections. Power mode status light is blinking.

Hibernate mode Saves maximum power. Saves current session to disk, then shuts down. Restores network connections. Power mode status light is off.

Shut down (off) Saves maximum power. Turns off without saving current session. At startup, resets everything, starts a new session, and restores network connections. Power mode status light is off.

To turn on: press the blue sleep button to restart, or to resume your session from Standby or Hibernate mode.

You can also customize the way these power modes work. See “How the computer manages power automatically” on page 50.

Press the blue sleep button.

Press blue sleep button –or– click Start, Shut Down, Standby (Windows 98 or 2000) –or– click Start, Turn Off Computer, Stand By (Windows XP) –or– allow timeout.

Press Fn+F12 –or– click Start, Hibernate (Windows 98) –or– click Start, Shut Down, Hibernate (Windows 2000) –or– allow timeout.

Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) –or– click Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP) –or– slide the power button (only if the Start menu procedure doesn’t work).

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To reset the computer

Occasionally, you may find that Windows or the computer has stopped responding, and will not let you turn the computer off. If this happens, try the following in the order listed.

• If possible, shut down Windows:

Windows 98 or 2000: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, click Shut Down, and press the blue sleep button to restart.

Windows XP: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, then click Shut Down, Restart.

–or, if this fails–

• Slide and hold the power button for 4 seconds, until the display shuts down, then press the blue sleep button to restart.

–or, if this fails–

• Insert a straightened paper clip into the system-off switch on the left side of the computer, then press the blue sleep button to restart.

To reset an expansion base—and the computer, if docked—insert a straightened paper clip into the reset hole on the bottom of the expansion base. You can also reset the expansion base by undocking the computer and removing all AC and battery power from the base.

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To change the boot device

The computer normally boots from its internal hard disk. You can also boot the computer from a floppy disk drive connected to a USB port, an external drive in an expansion base module bay, or an internal network interface card (NIC).

1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart.

2. When the HP logo appears, press ESC to display the Boot menu.

3. Use the arrow keys to select the boot device, and press ENTER.

If you want to boot from a specific device whenever it is present, change the boot order using the BIOS Setup utility—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 131.

To use the pointing stick

Your computer includes a built-in pointing stick and click and scroll buttons.

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

2. Left click button—works like the left button on a standard mouse.

3. Scroll button—works with the pointing stick to scroll the contents of a window.

4. Right click button—works like the right button on a standard mouse.

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You can use Mouse in Control Panel to customize the operation of your computer’s pointing stick: you can change the left, right, and scroll button actions, double-click speed, pointer speed, and more.

Moving and selecting

1. Place your hands in a normal typing position.

2. With your index finger, press the pointing stick in the direction you want the pointer to move.

3. Use the left and right click buttons, which function like the left and right buttons on a mouse, to make your selection:

• To open an application, move the pointer over the icon and double-click the left

button.

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

button.

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

the right button.

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

button while you move the pointer to the new location, and release the button.

Scrolling with the scroll button

• Hold down the scroll button and press the pointing stick. The contents of the window then scroll in that direction.

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To use the Fn hot keys

The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a shortcut key sequence—for various system controls. To use a hot key, press and hold Fn, press the appropriate second key, then release both keys.

This hot key Does this

Fn+F1 Decreases the display brightness.

Fn+F2 Increases the display brightness.

Fn+F5

Fn+F7 Audio mute.

Fn+F8

Fn+F9 Toggles Num Lock on and off.

Fn+F10 Toggles Scroll Lock on and off.

Fn+F11 Pause.

Fn+F12 Enters Hibernate mode.

Fn+HOME Print screen.

Toggles among the built-in display, an external display, and simultaneous display on both. Does not affect a TV connected to the expansion base S-video port.

Toggles the built-in keypad on and off. Does not affect an external keyboard. If Num Lock is on, the numeric functions are active; otherwise, cursor control is active (as marked on an external keyboard).

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To use the One-Touch buttons

Your computer includes two One-Touch buttons that can start any application or open a document or web site with a single press.

• Press the One-Touch button to open the corresponding application, document, or web site.

1. Left One-Touch button (preconfigured with HP Presentation Ready).

2. Right One-Touch button (preconfigured with HP information).

To reprogram a One-Touch button

1. Click Start, Programs, HP One-Touch, HP One-Touch Configuration (Windows 98 or

2000), or Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP One-Touch, HP OneTouch Configuration (Windows XP).

2. On the One-Touch buttons tab, click the button you want to reprogram.

3. Type a label for the button, then select the application, document, folder, or web site you want the button to open.

4. If you want a label to appear onscreen when you press a One-Touch button, select that option on the Onscreen Display tab.

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To use the Windows and Applications keys

The Windows key brings up the Windows Start menu. This is the same as clicking the Start button on the taskbar.

The Applications key brings up the shortcut menu for the current application. This is the same menu that appears when you right-click while pointing at the application.

This key combination Does this

Windows key+E Runs Windows Explorer.

Windows key+F1 Runs Windows Help.

Windows key+F Runs Windows Find: File or Folders (Windows 98 or 2000) or Search (Windows XP).

Windows key+M Minimizes all displayed windows.

Shift+Windows key+M Returns all minimized windows to original size.

Windows key+R Runs the Windows Run dialog box.

Windows key+U Runs the Windows Utility Manager (Windows 2000 and XP).

To use the embedded keypad

Your computer’s built-in keyboard includes an embedded keypad you can use to type numbers and arithmetic operators. The keys in this keypad are marked using light gold characters.

• Press Fn+F8 to turn on the embedded keypad.

• Hold Fn while typing a key to turn the embedded keypad on temporarily.

When the embedded keypad is active, you can use Num Lock to change how the keypad functions:

• Num Lock on: the keys enter the numbers and arithmetic operator printed in light gold on the keyboard.

• Num Lock off: the keys act as cursor control keys, as marked on an external keyboard.

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To use the ALT GR key

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

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

Hint

1. Shifted.

2. Unshifted.

3. ALT GR.

To adjust the display

Changing the brightness

• Press Fn+F1 or Fn+F2 to decrease or increase (respectively) the display’s brightness. –or–

• Click Start, Programs, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows 98), or Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows 2000 or XP).

You have the option of adding a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access.

To maximize your battery operating time, set the brightness to the lowest level you can view comfortably.

Changing display settings

You can customize a number of display settings for your computer, such as color depth and screen area.

1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Display (Windows 98 or 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display (Windows XP).

2. Click the Settings tab, then make the settings you want.

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The computer has an LCD display, which behaves differently from a normal computer monitor. If you change the display resolution, the desktop changes size, but the objects on it do not. You normally won’t change the resolution except to use an external monitor.

Using an external monitor

If you want, you can attach an external monitor to your computer. See “To use an external monitor” on page 93.

To adjust the volume

From the computer

• To increase the volume, press the rear half of the volume control on the right side of the computer.

• To decrease the volume, press the front half of the volume control.

• To toggle the standard mute function, press Fn+F7.

With the audio-off button

Your computer includes an audio-off button you can use to temporarily disconnect the speakers without changing the volume or mute settings. This feature is handy when you want to block all speaker output regardless of what your computer is doing.

• To toggle the speaker connection on and off, press the audio-off button on the right side of the computer. The audio-off light turns on when the speakers are disconnected.

In Windows

1. Click the Volume icon in the taskbar (if not present, see Windows Help).

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

3. To temporarily silence the speakers without changing the volume setting, click Mute.

From an expansion base

• Press the volume control above the right module bay.

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To change computer settings for a presentation

When you show a presentation to an audience, you’ll often want to adjust some of your video and power settings for the show. You can easily do this with HP Presentation Ready, an application that automatically adjusts your computer for slide shows and similar presentations, and also opens the presentation itself. Once the presentation is through, HP Presentation Ready automatically returns your computer to its normal settings.

To prepare for the presentation

1. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Presentation Ready, Configure.

–or–

Click the HP Presentation Ready icon in the taskbar (if present), then click Configure.

2. Select the presentation you want to show. If you don’t select one, you can choose one when you start the show.

3. If you want to change the video or power settings for the show, click Settings.

To show the presentation

• Press the HP Presentation Ready One-Touch button.

–or–

Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Presentation Ready, Start Presentation.

–or–

Click the HP Presentation Ready icon in the taskbar (if present), then click Start Presentation.

To adjust settings during the presentation, press the One-Touch button or click the taskbar icon and choose Configure.

To end the presentation and restore the computer’s normal settings, close the presentation application or click the taskbar icon and choose Stop Presentation.

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To use a multimedia expansion base

The multimedia expansion base provides connections for peripheral devices that you can leave in place whenever you remove the computer from your desk. Instead of disconnecting and reconnecting the devices, you can simply undock and dock the computer. For details, see “Using an Expansion Base” on page 76.

In addition, the expansion base is very portable. You can easily set up your computer and expansion base as a flexible multimedia system that’s convenient for travel.

The expansion base also includes a built-in CD player that uses a CD-ROM or DVD drive in the right module bay—see “To work with CDs and DVDs,” below.

To work with CDs and DVDs

The expansion base includes a built-in CD player that uses a CD-ROM or DVD drive in the right module bay. If you have an expansion base and a CD-ROM or DVD drive module, you can play audio CDs with or without the computer—see “Using Plug-In Modules” on page 82 and “To play audio CDs” on page 79.

If you have a DVD drive module, you can also use your computer to watch DVD movies—see “To play DVD movies” on page 86.

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Securing Your Computer

To set up password protection

You can protect your computer from access by another user when you set up password protection, which is available through Windows and through the BIOS Setup utility. For complete protection, set passwords in Windows and through BIOS Setup.

To cancel password protection, set an empty password.

BIOS Setup Utility

1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart.

2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup.

3. From the Security menu, enter or modify the Administrator Password or User Password as needed—see “Security Menu” on page 134.

4. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup.

Windows 98

1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Passwords.

2. Click the Change Passwords tab, then click Change Windows Password and set a password.

3. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Power Options or Power Management.

4. On the Advanced tab, select the option to prompt for a password when the computer leaves Standby mode.

Windows 2000

1. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL, then click Change Password.

2. Create or modify your Windows password.

3. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Power Options.

4. On the Advanced tab, select the option to prompt for a password when the computer leaves Standby mode.

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For Windows 2000, to protect against unauthorized undocking while the computer is running, press CTRL+ALT+DEL and click Lock Computer before leaving it unattended, or set up a screen saver with a password in Control Panel Display.

Windows XP

1. Click Start, Control Panel, User Accounts, then select your account.

2. Click Create a Password, then set the password.

3. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power Options.

4. On the Advanced tab, select the option to prompt for a password when the computer leaves Standby mode.

For Windows XP, to protect against unauthorized undocking while the computer is running, set up a screen saver with a password in Control Panel Display.

To attach a security cable

Your computer includes a built-in connector you can use to secure the computer with a cable and a lock (such as the Kensington MicroSaver lock system, available at many computer stores).

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

2. Loop the cable to create a slip knot around the stationary object, and make sure it can’t slip off.

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3. Insert the lock into the security connector on the back of the computer, and release the key. Store the key in a safe place away from the computer.

The expansion base also includes a security connector. When the expansion base is secured in this way, you will not be able to use the emergency undock latch. To further prevent the computer from being undocked while the expansion base is secured, add a password for undocking—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 131.

To protect against viruses

Virus-protection software can help protect the integrity of your data. This is especially important if you use the Web.

Your computer includes Norton AntiVirus software. You can get detailed instructions from the software’s online help.

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To set PC identification

Pavilion models

CAUTION

HP TopTools and PC identification are not supported on all Pavilion models.

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

1. If you have not already installed HP TopTools, do so now—see “To set up TopTools” on page 137.

2. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), hp toptools Agent, HP TopTools, then click Security.

3. In the “Identification String” box, type a unique set of characters that 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.

4. Click Apply.

5. Type your BIOS administrator password and press ENTER.

To lock the hard disk drive

The computer enables you to lock its internal hard disk drive to help keep your information secure. Hard disk drive lock does not protect a second hard disk drive installed in an expansion base module bay.

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

If you move the hard disk drive to another computer, you can’t access the drive until you set the user (or administrator) password to match the drive’s password. After you

match the drive’s password, you can change the computer (and drive) password. If you forget the password, you cannot recover your data.

1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart.

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

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

4. From the Security menu, enable Internal hard disk drive lock.

5. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup.

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Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC

WARNING

Note

Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For more information about reducing your risk, visit our ergonomics web site at www.hp.com/ergo—or see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library.

You can use your HP notebook computer virtually anywhere, anytime. The following recommendations should help you work more comfortably.

Note that if you are using your portable computer as your primary computer, or using it for extended periods, you should use it with a full-size keyboard, monitor, and mouse. This will give your portable computer the adjustability and comfort features of a desktop unit. The multimedia expansion base offers quick, easy connections to these devices. More information on how to prepare your workspace environment and set up your HP equipment is available in Working in Comfort, which is preloaded on the hard disk in the HP Library and available on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library—as well as at www.hp.com/ergo.

Your Mobile Work Environment

• Use a chair that provides good support for your lower back. If an adjustable chair is not available, you can use a pillow or rolled-up towel to provide lower back support.

• Try to keep your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet flat on the floor. In a mobile environment, you can do this by using a phone book or briefcase to support your feet.

• Adjust the height of either your work surface or chair to keep your arms in a neutral position. Your arms should be relaxed and loose, elbows at your sides, with the forearms and hands parallel with the floor.

• Position your notebook computer display to minimize glare and reflection. For example, on an airplane, lower the window shade, or in a hotel room, draw the curtains. You also should maintain a comfortable viewing distance–approximately 40 to 60 cm (16 to 24 inches). Adjust the angle of your display to help keep your head angled slightly downward in a comfortable position.

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Using Your Mobile Computer

• Position the computer so your wrists and hands are in a neutral position. Your wrists should be as straight as possible and should not have to bend sideways or more than 10 degrees up or down. If your notebook computer does not have a built-in palm rest, you can use a rolled-up towel.

• Try to type as lightly as possible. The notebook keyboard requires little force to activate.

• Take frequent, short rest breaks–this is especially important in a mobile computing environment.

• Portable computers weigh between approximately 1.4 and 3.7 kilos (3 and 8 pounds). When traveling, be sure to carry your computer properly to minimize strain on your body. Shift the bag containing your notebook equipment frequently between your left and right hands and shoulders.

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Taking Care of Your Computer

Use the following recommendations to maintain your computer during everyday use and prevent potential physical damage or data loss.

To protect your hard disk drive

Hard disk drives, as well as other internal components, are not indestructible and can be damaged by inappropriate handling and operation.

• Avoid bumps or jolts.

• Do not operate the computer while traveling over bumpy terrain.

• Suspend or shut down the computer before transporting it. This turns off the hard

drive. A drop of a few inches onto a rigid surface while the hard drive is operating could destroy data or damage the drive.

• Carry the computer in a padded case to protect against bumps and jolts.

To maintain your computer

• Provide adequate ventilation around the computer. Always set the computer on a flat surface, so that air can flow freely around and underneath it.

• Always shut down the computer or put it in Hibernate mode before putting it in a carrying case or other enclosed space.

• Do not pick up or carry the computer by its display.

• Observe the temperature limits and other specifications listed in “Hardware

Specifications” on page 152. Do not use the computer outside in the rain or snow (inclement weather). If the computer is cold, warm it gradually to avoid condensation.

• Maintain your battery for best performance—see “To get the most from your batteries” on page 56.

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To safeguard your data

• Do not use the pointing stick or activate any other device that interrupts operation while the system is starting or stopping.

• Back up your work regularly. Copy files to floppy, tape, CD-R, or network drives.

• Use a virus-scanning program (such as the Norton AntiVirus program included with

your computer) to check the integrity of your files and operating system. Since new viruses appear frequently, you will also want to update the program’s virus definitions from time to time; updates are on the Web at www.symantec.com for Norton AntiVirus.

• Check your disk periodically using the Scandisk utility (Windows 98) or the Tools tab in the disk’s Properties window (Windows 2000 or XP).

To extend the life of the display

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

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

display (Fn+F5).

• If you are not using an external monitor, set the Turn off monitor timeouts (for both AC and battery operation) to the shortest comfortable interval.

• Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the computer from changing to Standby mode after a timeout period. If you use a screen saver, enable the option to shut off the display after a time delay.

• Do not disable the Standby timeout.

• If you are using AC power and have no external monitor attached, put the computer in

Standby mode when not in use.

To clean your computer

• You can clean the computer with a soft cloth dampened with clean water or with water containing a mild detergent. Do not use an excessively wet cloth, and take care to keep water out of the case.

• Do not use abrasive cleaners, especially on the display. Do not apply any cleaner directly to the display. Instead, apply the cleaner to a soft cloth and then gently wipe the display.

• You can clean the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner to remove accumulated dust.

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Managing Power Consumption

When you’re running your computer on battery power, you will want to maximize operating time without compromising performance. Your computer is designed to help you reduce power consumption and extend battery life without needing to turn it off.

• During idle periods, the computer automatically enters power-saving modes after specified timeout periods. You can adjust these timeouts to suit your working habits.

• You can manually send the computer into a power-saving mode at any time by pressing the appropriate key—see “To manage power manually” on page 53.

How the computer manages power automatically

Your computer automatically enters Hibernate mode and Standby mode, and turns off the hard disk and display based on values set in Power Options or Power Management in Control Panel or in the BIOS Setup utility.

Automatic action Occurs after… To resume…

Turns off hard disk.

Turns off the hard disk drive. This is usually set to occur shortly after the display is turned off.

Turns off display.

Turns off the display to conserve battery power and extend the life of the display.

Enters Standby mode.

Maintains your current session in RAM, and turns off the display and other components to conserve battery power.

Enters Hibernate mode. Saves your current session to the hard disk, then turns off the computer.

The hard disk is not accessed for the specified interval.

No keyboard, pointing device, or other input activity occurs for the specified interval.

No pointing devices are used, no disk drive is accessed, and no port (serial, parallel, or infrared) is active for the specified interval.

The computer stays in Standby mode for the specified interval.

Begin using the computer: the hard disk turns on when needed.

Press any key or move a pointing device to turn on the display.

Press the blue sleep button to return to your current session.

Press the blue sleep button to restore your previous session.

CAUTION

Make a habit of saving your work before allowing your computer to enter Standby mode. If power is interrupted while the computer is in Standby mode, any information that was not saved will be lost.

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Managing Power Consumption

The computer can also enter Hibernate mode if battery power reaches a critically low level. (See “To respond to a low-battery warning” on page 55.) If this happens, you will find on resuming that all your data has been saved, but some functions may be disabled. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery, then shut the computer off and restart it.

Changing timeout settings and creating power schemes

You can adjust the periods of non-use after which your computer automatically shuts down components or enters a power-saving mode. You can also save these settings as a power scheme.

1. Open Power Options or Power Management in Control Panel:

• Windows 98 or 2000: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click

Power Options (Windows 2000) or Power Management (Windows 98).

• Windows XP: click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power

Options.

2. Click the Power Schemes tab, and enter the settings you want. If you don’t want a particular timeout to occur, set the value to Never. See Windows Help for details.

CAUTION

If you want to save the settings as a power scheme, click Save As and enter a name for the scheme.

For Windows 98, change the Hibernate timeout in BIOS Setup—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 131.

For Windows 2000 or XP, do not disable Hibernate support in the Power settings, or you will lose any unsaved data if the computer’s battery runs down completely.

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Managing CPU power

If your computer contains a multispeed processor with Intel SpeedStep Technology, the taskbar in Windows 98 or 2000 contains an Intel SpeedStep Technology icon. This feature enables the processor to automatically switch to lower, power-saving speeds or to higher-performance speeds according to its workload and power source.

You can customize SpeedStep to best suit your working environment.

• Windows 98 or 2000: double-click the Intel SpeedStep Technology icon in the taskbar, then select the battery and AC options you want. The Max Battery option uses the lowest processor speeds for maximum battery time. The Auto option uses medium and high processor speeds.

• Windows XP: click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power Options. On the Power Schemes tab, select a power scheme. This scheme automatically controls the processor speeds:

• The Max Battery scheme uses the lowest processor speeds while running on

battery power, but uses medium and high processor speeds on AC power.

• The Portable/Laptop option uses medium and high processor speeds on battery

and AC power.

See Windows Help for additional information about power schemes.

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To manage power manually

In addition to allowing the computer to enter its power-saving modes automatically, you can also put it into any of the following three modes whenever you need to.

Power mode Does this… Use when… To enter this mode…

Standby Maintains your current

session in RAM, and turns off the display and other components.

Hibernate Saves the current session to

disk, then shuts down. Provides maximum power savings while still allowing you to recover the current session.

Off Turns off your computer,

providing maximum power savings. The current session will not be saved, and any unsaved data will be lost.

You will be away from your computer for up to several hours.

You will be away from your computer for a day or more, but want to continue your session.

You’re done with your work.

Press blue sleep button –or– click Start, Shut Down, Standby (Windows 98 or 2000) –or– click Start, Turn Off Computer, Stand By (Windows XP).

Press Fn+F12 –or– click Start, Hibernate (Windows 98) –or– click Start, Shut Down, Hibernate (Windows 2000).

You can also turn off the display by closing the display lid.

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Using Battery Power

To check battery status

The computer contains one battery: the main battery. An expansion base can contain one or two secondary batteries in the module bays.

From the battery charge light

The main battery charge light on the front of the computer shows whether the computer’s main battery is charging or fully charged—see “Status Lights” on page 17.

From the Windows taskbar

The Windows taskbar can display a power icon that provides detailed battery status information (see Windows help for details). The icon looks like a battery when AC is not connected.

• Place the pointer over the power icon to display the remaining charge of all batteries combined. This value is shown as either a percentage of charge remaining, or as time remaining.

• Double-click the power icon to open the Power Meter window.

From the Windows Control Panel

• Windows 98 or 2000: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Power. This shows the status of each battery, and provides access to all of Windows’ powerinformation options.

• Windows XP: click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power Options, then click the Power Meter tab to see battery status. The Alarms and Advanced tabs provide additional Windows’ power-information options.

From the expansion base status panel

• Press the status panel button several times to display the percent charge remaining for each secondary battery.

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Using Battery Power

On the battery

1. Remove the battery from the computer (see “Step 1: Install the battery” on page 21) or from the expansion base.

2. Press the contact pad on the back of the battery. The number of lights that turn on indicates the remaining charge (each light represents 20% of a full charge).

To respond to a low-battery warning

The computer automatically alerts you when the battery power drops to a critically low level. If you do not restore power within a short time, the computer then goes into Hibernate mode.

Once the computer enters Hibernate mode in this way, you won’t be able to turn it on again until you restore power by doing one of the following:

• Replace the battery with a charged one. See “Step 1: Install the battery” on page 21.

• Plug in the AC adapter.

Note

CAUTION

• Install a charged secondary battery in one of the expansion base’s plug-in module bays—see “To use additional batteries,” below.

If you plug in the AC adapter, you can continue to work while your battery recharges.

To recharge the battery

The AC adapter is normally warm whenever plugged into an AC outlet. The computer is normally warm while recharging. Don’t recharge the computer in a briefcase or other confined space, or its battery could overheat.

• To recharge the main battery, plug the AC adapter into the computer, or dock the computer and plug the AC adapter into the dock.

• To recharge a secondary battery, plug the AC adapter into the expansion base and insert the battery.

Batteries charge in this order: main battery, secondary battery in the left module bay, secondary battery in the right module bay.

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To get the longest operating time, wait until the battery’s charge is below 50% before recharging, then charge it fully (100%). Charging can take up to approximately 2 hours. You can continue working while the battery charges.

A fully charged battery can operate the computer for up to approximately 4 hours, depending on your computer’s model, power management settings, and level of use.

To use additional batteries

You can install a secondary battery in either or both of the expansion base’s plug-in module bays. See “Using Plug-In Modules” on page 82 for information about installing plug-in modules.

For instructions on replacing the main battery, see “Step 1: Install the battery” on page 21.

To get the most from your batteries

Follow these suggestions to make your battery’s power last as long as possible.

• Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a drive in the expansion base’s module bays, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem.

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

• Put the computer in Standby mode whenever you are not using it for a short while:

press the blue sleep button for approximately one second, or click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Standby.

• Put the computer in Hibernate mode whenever you want to save your current session, but will not be using the computer for a day or more: press Fn+F12.

• Set the automatic timeout settings to emphasize saving power. If your computer has a multispeed processor and uses Windows 98 or 2000, use the lower speed on battery power (the default settings conserve battery power)—see “How the computer manages power automatically” on page 50.

• If your computer has a wireless on-off button, turn off the wireless function when you’re not using it. Press the wireless on-off button so the light turns off.

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

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• If you work with an application that uses the serial port or an I/O PC Card, exit the application when you finish using it.

• Install another battery—see “To use additional batteries” on page 56.

• If your main battery is rated at 14.8 volts (check its label), purchase a replacement

main battery, which is rated at 11.1 volts.

In addition, follow these suggestions to extend the life of your batteries.

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

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

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

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

• For long-term storage, the battery must be charged 20–50% to minimize capacity loss

by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance.

• To maintain maximum battery capacity and accuracy of the battery gauge, perform this calibration procedure every few months:

1. Connect the AC adapter.

2. Restart the computer and press F6 when the HP logo appears.

3. Follow the startup instructions. The calibration process could take 4-6 hours or

more per battery, and you can’t use the computer during that time. If you interrupt the process, the battery might be left with a low charge.

To maximize processor speed

If your computer contains a multispeed processor with Intel SpeedStep Technology, the processor can automatically switch to lower, power-saving speeds or to higherperformance speeds according to its workload. See “How the computer manages power automatically” on page 50.

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Using the Modem

If your computer has a modem port, you can connect your modem to a telephone line and communicate with other computers throughout the world. You can explore the Internet, send and receive e-mail messages, and use your computer to send and receive faxes. Your computer contains several software programs that work with your modem:

• Internet Explorer, for browsing the World Wide Web.

• Outlook Express, for sending and receiving e-mail messages.

• Windows XP Fax Console, Windows 2000 fax software, or QuickLink with Windows

98, for sending and receiving faxes.

The modem is a high-speed 56-Kbps modem. It allows you to connect to any Internet Service Provider (ISP) or modem network that has V.90 interoperable modems. Check with your ISP for a list of telephone numbers that support V.90.

Note that the maximum speed for faxing is 14.4 Kbps. Even though the modem is capable of downloading at 56 Kbps, your ISP or modem network may not operate at this speed or support this technology. Please check with your service provider for information on its capabilities. Furthermore, download transmission rates depend on the condition of the telephone line.

CAUTION

To connect the modem

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack.

1. Make sure the telephone line is an analog line (sometimes called a data line). You must not use a digital line.

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2. Connect the telephone cord to the built-in modem.

CAUTION

3. Plug the other end of the phone cord into a telephone jack. If the plug on the phone cord doesn’t fit the jack, you may need to use an adapter.

4. Check your modem’s country or region settings:

• Windows 98: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, double-click Modems, then

click Dialing Properties.

• Windows 2000: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, double-click Phone and

Modem Options, then click Edit on the Dialing Rules tab.

• Windows XP: click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Phone and

Modem Options.

Your built-in modem may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX), cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and does not work with party lines. Some of these connections may result in excess electrical voltage and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem. Check your telephone line type prior to connecting your phone line.

Special restrictions in certain countries

• Many countries impose a blackout period after a modem repeatedly fails to connect to a service provider. The number of failed attempts and the period you must wait before trying again differ from country to country: check with your telephone company.

For example, if you are dialing from Italy and fail to connect to your server or cancel the connection, you must wait one minute before dialing that number again. If you dial before then, you will get an error message that says “delay.” After the fourth failed connection, you must wait one hour before trying the number again. If you dial before the hour is up, you will get a message that says “black list.”

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• When using a modem in the Republic of South Africa, an external surge protector may be necessary in order to prevent computer damage by lightning or other electrical surges. Connect any approved surge protector to the modem cable whenever you are using the modem.

To connect to the Internet

Signing up with an Internet Service Provider

Before you can connect to the Internet, you need to set up an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). In some countries, Hewlett-Packard provides easy Internet signup so that you can connect quickly to an ISP.

1. Connect your built-in modem—see the previous topic. (If your computer does not have a built-in modem, you can instead use a PC Card modem or an external modem.)

2. If available, double-click the Connect to the Internet or Easy Internet Signup icon on the desktop. This launches the Internet Connection or New Connection wizard, which helps you locate an ISP in your area, transfer an existing Internet account to this computer, or set up an Internet connection manually.

–or–

If available, click Start, Programs, Online Services (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, All Programs, Easy Internet Signup (Windows XP), and select one of the listed ISPs. This begins the registration process for the ISP you choose.

Connecting to the Internet

1. Double-click the Internet Explorer icon on the desktop (if available), or click Start, Programs, Internet Explorer (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Internet Explorer (Windows XP). For your first connection, you’ll be prompted for information about your connection.

2. Click the Connect button in the Dial-up Connection or Network Connection window.

For Windows 98 or 2000, when you are successfully connected to the Internet, you’ll see a connect icon (two connected computers) in the taskbar. For Windows XP, to display an icon for your connection, open Network Connections in Control Panel, right-click the connection, select Properties, and select the icon option.

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Using AOL as your ISP (Windows 98)

If you signed up with AOL as your ISP, you can access the Internet only with AOL’s own software—you can’t use a standard browser such as Internet Explorer. As a result, you cannot view web sites by clicking on links in documents, and you cannot go to a web site by entering the address in Windows Explorer.

If you try to access the Internet without using the AOL software, the Internet Connection wizard automatically launches, asking you to sign up for an ISP. In that case, cancel the wizard and launch AOL.

To disconnect from the Internet

You remain connected to the Internet until you shut down the computer, disconnect the phone line from the computer, or give a command to hang up the connection.

• Double-click the connect icon in the taskbar, and click Disconnect. (For Windows XP, you can enable this icon as described in “To connect to the Internet,” above.)

–or– For Windows XP, click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections,

Network Connections, then right-click the connection and select Disconnect.

To dial in to a network

You can use the modem to dial in to a LAN (local area network) that supports dial-in connections. This gives you access to network resources from a remote location.

• See Windows Help for information about setting up and using dial-in network connections—click Start, Help (or Help and Support).

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To change your modem settings

The modem is already set up to be compatible with telephone systems and modems in most areas. However, in some situations, you may have to change modem settings to match local conditions. If you have questions about local requirements, contact your telephone company.

• Control Panel. Open Modems (Windows 98) or Phone and Modem Options (Windows 2000 or XP) in Control Panel to change many modem settings.

For Windows 98, on the General tab click Properties to set connection speeds or special dialing options.

For Windows 2000 or XP, on the Modems tab click Properties to set connection speeds, or on the Dialing Rules tab click Edit to set dialing options.

• Communications software. Many communications applications provide options for controlling modem settings. See the help for your software.

• AT commands. You can control many aspects of modem operation using modem AT commands. AT commands are special strings of characters sent to the modem to set up specific conditions. Those command strings normally start with “AT”. For a list of AT commands for the built-in modem, see “Modem Reference Information” on page 155.

For Windows 98, open Modems in Control Panel. On the General tab, click Properties, then on the Connection tab click Advanced. You can type AT commands in the space for extra settings.

For Windows 2000 or XP, open Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel. On the Modems tab, click Properties. You can type AT commands on the Advanced tab in the space for extra settings.

For example, to force a built-in Ambit modem to turn off its speaker, you can use the M0 command as shown in table of AT commands—type ATM0 in the space for extra settings.

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To send and receive e-mail

Sending and receiving e-mail requires an e-mail account with an Internet Service Provider or with your company’s communications system. If you are using AOL, e-mail services are part of your AOL service. For another ISP, you can use Outlook Express (included with your computer) or an e-mail system of your choice. This topic includes instructions for using Outlook Express.

To start Outlook Express

1. Click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Outlook Express, or double-click Outlook Express on the desktop (if available).

2. If you are not currently connected to the Internet, the Dial-up Connection window appears. Choose Connect to connect to the Internet.

To send an e-mail message

1. In Outlook Express, click the New Mail or Create Mail tool on the toolbar.

2. Fill in the information in the New Message window.

3. When you’re finished, click the Send button.

To receive e-mail messages

1. In Outlook Express, click the Send/Recv tool on the toolbar to have Outlook deliver new messages.

2. Click the Inbox folder to view the list of messages. Unread messages appear bold on the screen.

3. To view a message, click it once. (Or double-click to view the message in its own window.)

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To send and receive faxes (Windows 98)

Sending and receiving faxes requires just a telephone connection—you don’t need an Internet connection. You can use the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer. QuickLink fax software is included with Windows 98 on the hard disk.

To start QuickLink

• Click Start, Programs, QuickLink, QuickLink.

The first time you start QuickLink, the Setup Wizard steps you through the process of setting options and customizing the program for your personal use. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you’re not sure which setting to choose, accept the default choice.

To send a fax

1. In QuickLink, click the QuickFax tool on the toolbar.

2. Enter the fax number and the recipient’s name and company.

3. Type the message body in the QuickFax Note area.

4. Click Send Fax.

If instead you want to send a document as a fax, open the document in its application window, then open the Print dialog box. Change the selected printer to QuickLink, then print it.

To receive faxes

Faxes are automatically received when QuickLink is running in an open or minimized window. New faxes are indicated in the status box in the QuickLink window. To receive a fax manually, follow these steps.

1. When a fax call is coming in, click Start on the QuickLink menu bar.

2. Click Manual Fax Receive.

To view and print a fax

1. In QuickLink, click the Fax Viewer tool on the toolbar.

2. Click Yes to view the fax now.

3. Click the printer icon to print the fax.

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To send and receive faxes (Windows 2000)

To set up for faxing

1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Fax. Enter your fax information.

2. On the Advanced Options tab, add a fax printer.

If you do not want to receive faxes, stop here.

3. On the Advanced Options tab, open the Fax Service Management Console.

4. In the list under Fax Service on Local Computer, double-click Devices, then rightclick the modem and click Properties.

5. On the General tab, enable the modem to receive faxes.

6. On the Received Faxes tab, select the option to save faxes in a folder.

To send a fax

• Click Start, Programs, Accessories, Communications, Fax, Send Cover Page Fax. Follow the instructions to create and send the fax.

If instead you want to send a document as a fax, open the document in its application window, then open the Print dialog box. Change the selected printer to the fax printer, then print it.

To receive, view, and print faxes

If you enabled the modem to receive faxes, they are automatically received.

1. Click Start, Programs, Accessories, Communications, Fax, My Faxes.

2. In the Received Faxes folder, double-click the fax.

3. To print, click File, Print.

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To send and receive faxes (Windows XP)

Sending and receiving faxes requires just a telephone connection—you don’t need an Internet connection. You can use the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer. Fax Console fax software is included with Windows XP.

To set up Fax Console

Before you can use Fax Console, you need to install it.

1. Click Start, Control Panel, Add or Remove Programs.

2. Click Add/Remove Windows Components, select Fax Services, and follow the instructions on the screen. If prompted for the Windows CD, point instead to the c:\i386 directory.

To start Fax Console

• Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Communications, Fax, Fax Console.

The first time you start Fax Console, the Fax Configuration Wizard steps you through the process of setting options and customizing the program for your personal use. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you’re not sure which setting to choose, accept the default choice.

To send a fax

• Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Communications, Fax, Send a Fax, then follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

If instead you want to send a document as a fax, open the document in its application window, then open the Print dialog box. Change the selected printer to Fax, then print it.

To receive faxes

Faxes are automatically received when Fax Console is running in an open or minimized window. New faxes are indicated in the status box in the Fax Console window. To receive a fax manually, follow these steps.

• When a fax call is coming in, click Receive now on the Fax Console menu bar.

To view and print a fax

1. In Fax Console tree, click Inbox, then double-click the fax you want to view.

2. Click the printer icon to print the fax.

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Connecting to a LAN

Connecting to a local area network (LAN) gives you access to network resources, such as printers and file servers on your corporate network, and possibly to the Internet.

To connect to a LAN

Important

If your computer does not have a LAN port, the LAN port on an expansion base will not work.

1. Make sure the existing LAN supports Ethernet 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) connections.

2. Plug the LAN cable (not supplied) into the built-in LAN port on the computer or on the expansion base. The cable must have an RJ-45 connector.

3. Windows 98: open Network in Control Panel to set up support for a LAN connection on your network. For example, you can add the Microsoft TCP/IP protocol.

Windows 2000 or XP: automatically detects and sets up a LAN connection. To edit the settings, open Network Connections in Control Panel.

See Windows Help for information about setting up and using LAN connections—click Start, Help (or Help and Support). Contact your network administrator for network information.

Two lights next to the LAN port indicate the status of the connection (see the figures above): the green light indicates that a link is established to the network, and the yellow light indicates network activity.

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Making Wireless Connections

If your computer includes a wireless on-off button—located at the top of the computer’s display—you can connect by radio to a wireless local area network (LAN) and access computers and other resources on the network.

A wireless network provides all the functions of a typical “wired” network, but also provides for “roaming.” Since your computer connects to the network by radio rather than through cables, you can move from place to place within the network—from your office to a conference room, for example—and remain on the network the entire time.

To prepare for connections (Windows 98 or 2000)

Before you can connect your computer to a particular 802.11 wireless network, you have to configure the computer for the specific type of connection: “AdHoc” or “Infrastructure.”

Computer-to-Computer Connection (AdHoc)

An AdHoc network provides a wireless connection from your computer directly to one or more computers with wireless capabilities, even if they aren’t connected to a LAN. You can then share resources such as shared files, printers, and Internet connections with the other computers.

1. Click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Advanced Configuration.

–or–

Click Start, Programs, HP Wireless LAN, Configuration Utility.

2. On the Configuration tab, set these parameters:

Mode: AdHoc.

SSID: any name; must be identical for all computers connecting to each other. Do not use a name that is used by a nearby access point.

AdHoc Channel: must be identical for all computers connecting to each other. For best performance, do not use a channel that is the same as or adjacent to a channel used by a nearby access point.

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3. If the computers use encrypted communication, use the Encryption tab to set the following parameters, which must be identical for all computers connecting to each other:

• Encryption: 64-bit or 128-bit.

• Key: see the hint below.

The computers automatically connect whenever they’re within range of each other and wireless communication is turned on—see “To turn wireless communication on and off,” below.

LAN Connection (Infrastructure)

In an infrastructure network, your computer connects to a LAN (local area network) through a wireless access point. This gives you access to the resources on the network, such as printers, file servers, and possibly the Internet. Your network administrator can provide the settings you’ll need to connect to the wireless access point, as well as the additional settings you’ll need for the network itself.

1. Click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Advanced Configuration. –or– Click Start, Programs, HP Wireless LAN, Configuration Utility.

2. On the Configuration tab, set these parameters: Mode: Infrastructure. SSID: the ID used by the access point. “ANY” connects to the access point with the

strongest signal, regardless of its SSID.

3. If your wireless network uses encrypted communication, use the Encryption tab to set these parameters—see the network administrator for the required settings:

Hint

• Encryption: 64-bit or 128-bit.

• Key: see the hint below.

The computer automatically connects to the infrastructure network whenever it’s within range of an access point and wireless communication is turned on—see “To turn wireless communication on and off,” below.

If you are connecting to an access point or computer that is using Lucent/Agere-based software, you must set up compatible encryption on your computer. You can use the same hexadecimal encryption key on all units. If you know only the Lucent/Agere passphrase, you must convert it to the corresponding hexadecimal key. If this option is not available on the Encryption tab, click Start, Programs, HP Wireless LAN, and use the encryption key converter.

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To prepare for connections (Windows XP)

Before you can connect your computer to a particular 802.11 wireless network, you have to configure the computer for the specific wireless connection.

Connecting to an Existing Wireless Network

You can connect to an access point that gives you access to a local area network, or you can connect directly to other computers in an AdHoc network.

1. Right-click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar, then select View Available Wireless Networks from the pop-up menu.

2. A list of available networks appears. Select the network you want, enter the encryption key if required, and click Connect.

If the network you want is not on the list, click Advanced, Configure, and enter the required network parameters. If the network is not using 802.1x authentication protocol, clear the automatic key option.

3. On the General tab, edit network settings as needed for your local network. See your network administrator. You can also display an icon in the taskbar when connected to a network.

4. On the Wireless Networks tab, view the wireless networks available within range. Each network SSID is listed. Click the network you want and click Configure.

5. If the wireless network uses standard encrypted communication, uncheck the automatic key option, then select the following parameters—see your network administrator for the required settings:

• Key: ASCII passphrase or hexadecimal key string.

• Key format: ASCII for passphrase, hexadecimal for key string.

• Key length: smaller number for 64-bit encryption, larger number for 128-bit.

6. Click OK to save the configuration. This network is added to your list of preferred networks.

The computer automatically connects to the first preferred network that’s within range if wireless communication is turned on—see “To turn wireless communication on and off,” below.

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Creating a New Computer-to-Computer Network (AdHoc)

You can set up a new network available to other local computers.

1. Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections, Network Connections.

2. Double-click the wireless connection to show its status, then click Properties.

3. On the Wireless Networks tab, click Add to create a new network.

4. Type a name for the new network.

5. If you want to use encrypted communication, uncheck the automatic key option, then select the following parameters:

• Key: ASCII passphrase or hexadecimal key string.

• Key format: ASCII for passphrase, hexadecimal for key string.

• Key length: smaller number for 64-bit encryption, larger number for 128-bit.

6. Mark the option to make this a computer-to-computer (adhoc) network.

7. Click OK to save the configuration. This network is added to your list of preferred networks and becomes available to other computers.

Important

To turn wireless communication on and off

Wireless communication may be restricted in some situations or environments, such as when traveling in an airplane. If in doubt, be sure to ask for authorization before turning on your computer’s wireless networking.

In Italy, Singapore, and possibly other countries, you are required to ask the responsible authority for a license paid for by you before using the wireless function.

Turning on communication and making a connection

1. If the computer isn’t on, turn it on.

2. The wireless indicator light is lit whenever the wireless function is on. If the indicator isn’t lit, do one of the following:

Press the wireless on-off button.

–or–

Windows 98 or 2000: Click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Wireless Radio On.

–or–

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Windows XP: Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet Connections, Network Connections, then double-click the wireless network connection icon.

If you’re within range of your wireless network, your computer automatically connects. To check the status of your wireless connection, click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Wireless Status (Windows 98 or 2000), or open Network Connections in Control Panel and double-click the connection (Windows XP).

Turning off communication and ending a connection

1. Important: close any files that reside on other network computers.

2. To turn off the wireless function without turning off the computer, do one of the following:

Press the wireless on-off button.

–or–

Windows 98 or 2000: Click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Wireless Radio Off.

–or–

Windows XP: Right-click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar and select Disable.

Suspending or shutting down the computer also turns off the wireless function.

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Using an Expansion Base

The multimedia expansion base enhances your computer’s capabilities as a portable computer system. It provides space for additional drives and batteries, as well as expanded multimedia performance.

The expansion base also makes your computer more convenient for desktop use. By making a single connection—docking your computer into the base—you get easy access to these devices:

• Printer or other parallel device.

• Universal serial bus (USB) devices.

• External keyboard and mouse.

• External monitor and television.

• Local area network (LAN) if your computer includes a LAN port.

• Audio devices such as external speakers, headphones, or stereo inputs.

Note

• Plug-in modules.

To dock the computer

1. For desktop use, plug the AC adapter into the expansion base.

For portable use, you can use power from the computer’s battery or from a secondary plug-in battery module in the expansion base.

Use the AC adapter that comes with your computer. If you want, you can buy an additional AC adapter—see “To buy accessories” on page 13.

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2. Insert the back of the computer into the expansion base so it’s held by the hooks at the back corners. Then lower the front end into the base. Press firmly near the centerfront until it latches into the base.

If the computer doesn’t latch, plug in the AC adapter.

You can dock or undock the computer in any power state: on, off, Standby mode, or Hibernate mode. Make sure, however, that the computer is not entering or resuming from Standby or Hibernate mode when you dock or undock, or the computer could lock up.

By default, the computer automatically turns on when you dock it. (You can change this setting using BIOS Setup—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 131.)

The first time you dock, the computer automatically configures itself to operate with the expansion base.

After the computer docks, the blue sleep button on the left side of the expansion base operates the same way as the blue sleep button on the computer.

If you have trouble inserting the computer or the docking latches stick, use the emergency undock latch, or press and hold the undock switch for 5 seconds to release the latches.

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To undock the computer

1. Important: close any files that reside on network drives or module drives in the expansion base.

2. Press the undock switch on the right side of the expansion base.

–or–

Click Start, Eject PC.

You can use the undock switch when the computer is on, off, or in Standby or Hibernate mode.

When undocking the computer, you may need to wait 10 seconds or more for the computer to undock—the computer may not respond while it is updating its configuration.

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Using the emergency undock latch

If you cannot undock the computer using the undock switch or the Start menu, use the emergency undock latch on the right side of the expansion base.

1. If a security cable is attached to the expansion base, remove it.

2. Slide the button down, then move the entire latch forward to undock the computer.

To play audio CDs

The multimedia buttons on the front of the expansion base control the CD-ROM or DVD drive in the right module bay. Power is provided by the computer battery, the AC adapter, or a secondary battery in the left module bay.

• If the computer is docked and turned on, use the multimedia buttons to control the Windows player.

• If the computer is off, in Standby or Hibernate mode, or not docked, you can still play audio CDs. Slide the multimedia power switch to the left to activate the player (without turning on the computer), then use the multimedia buttons to control play.

• To load or eject a CD, press the eject button on the drive, or press the Stop button on the expansion base if the computer is off, in Standby or Hibernate mode, or undocked.

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1. Multimedia power switch (and indicator light)—turns the CD player on and off. Works only when the computer is turned off, in Standby or Hibernate mode, or not docked.

2. Previous track.

3. Play/Pause.

4. Stop (when computer is on), or Stop/Eject (when computer is off, in Standby or Hibernate mode, or not docked).

5. Next track.

6. Volume.

To use the status panel

The expansion base’s status panel can show the time and date, the docking status, the status of the CD player built into the expansion base, and the status of secondary batteries in the expansion base.

• Press the status panel button several times to display the information you want. The first press turns on the backlight. Subsequent presses cycle through the available information in the following order:

• Time.

• Date.

• CD player status (if CD player is running).

• Audio volume (if CD player is running).

• Percent charge remaining for the battery in the left bay (if present).

• Percent charge remaining for the battery in the right bay (if present).

AC power, battery indicators, and docking status are always shown.

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1. Status panel button.

2. Status panel.

For more information about the status panel, see the following table.

Status Description

AC indicator Appears when an AC adapter is connected to the expansion base.

Battery indicator

Docking indicator Shows whether a computer is docked in the expansion base.

Time, Date Formats are defined in BIOS Setup.

CD player

Volume Shows volume (off to full), in eight steps.

Battery charge Shows remaining charge as a percentage.

Appears when a secondary battery is installed in a module bay. Shows when the battery is charging. Flashes if the battery has a problem.

Shows the track, play status (playing, paused, or stopped), and time counter. For information about the CD player, see “To play audio CDs” on page 79.

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Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules

Using Plug-In Modules

You can use any compatible plug-in module with the multimedia expansion base’s module bays, such as:

• CD-ROM, DVD, or similar drive.

• Zip drive.

• Second hard drive.

• Floppy disk drive.

• Secondary battery.

CAUTION

Never install or remove a plug-in module without first notifying Windows, or you could lose data. See “To replace a plug-in module” on page 82.

To install hot-swap support (Windows 98)

If your computer uses Windows 98, it also includes the BayManager “hot-swap” software that lets you disconnect most modules from a plug-in bay in the expansion base without needing to shut down and reboot the computer.

If a plug-in module icon is displayed in the taskbar, BayManager is already installed. If the icon is not present, you can install the software as follows:

• Click Start, Programs, Softex BayManager, Setup, then follow the onscreen instructions.

To replace a plug-in module

Windows 98 uses “hot-swap” software to let you remove or replace most plug-in modules without shutting down the computer. Before replacing a hard drive module, however, you must first shut down the computer.

When a drive module is present, Windows 2000 displays the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon—and Windows XP displays the Safely Remove Hardware icon—at the right end of the taskbar.

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CAUTION

Before disconnecting a CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, or any other type of drive, you must either stop the drive using the icon in the taskbar or shut down the computer—otherwise, you could lose data.

Exception: for Windows 98, you MUST shut down the computer before connecting or disconnecting a hard disk drive.

Handle and store modules carefully. Do not drop it or apply excessive pressure to its surfaces—this could damage its internal mechanisms. Do not touch the metallic pins on the computer connectors, module connectors, or cable connectors. Static electricity can damage internal components.

1. Close any open files that reside on the plug-in module.

2. Windows 98: if the BayManager icon is present in the taskbar, right-click the icon, then click Remove/Swap Bay Device. When prompted, remove the module (if present). Don’t click OK until you’ve inserted the desired module, if any (see step 6).

Windows 2000 or XP: left-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware or Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, and select the module you want to remove. When prompted to remove the module, click OK. (You don’t have to do this if the bay is empty or contains a battery.)

–or–

For any system: shut off the computer. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP).

Important: for Windows 98, you must shut off the computer if you are removing or inserting a hard disk drive in the module bay.

–or–

For any system: undock the computer.

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3. Press the button on the module release latch, and slide the latch toward the front of the expansion base.

4. Grasp the module and pull it out.

5. Slide the new plug-in module into the computer until it clicks into place.

6. For Windows 98, click OK to close the BayManager window.

If needed, you can connect the floppy disk drive to the USB port on the computer or expansion base—see “To connect the floppy disk drive” on page 28.

If you need to format a hard disk drive module, see “To prepare a new hard disk drive” on page 103.

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To insert or remove a CD or DVD

CAUTION

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

Be sure to press the CD or DVD onto the spindle. You can damage the disk or drive if you just lay the disc on the tray.

1. Press the button on the face of the drive. (If you are using this drive for the first time, be sure to remove the cardboard packing insert.)

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

–or–

Remove the CD.

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

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If your expansion base loses power, or if you have removed the CD-ROM or DVD module from the base, you can manually open the drive to remove a CD.

• Insert a straightened paper clip into the recessed hole on the front of the drive.

Hint

To play DVD movies

If your computer came with a DVD drive, it also includes DVD player software that lets you play DVD movies. Click Start, Programs (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, All Programs, Multimedia, DVD Player (Windows XP)—if InterVideo WinDVD or DVD Express is not listed, do the following:

• Run Setup on the software CD to install the player software.

For Windows XP, if the DVD software is installed, you can also use Windows Media Player to play DVD movies.

To play DVD movies on a TV, see “To use a TV set as a monitor” on page 94.

For best performance while playing movies on battery power, set the SpeedStep setting to Max Performance (Windows 98 or 2000), or set the Control Panel power scheme to Portable/Laptop (Windows XP). See “How the computer manages power automatically” on page 50.

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Important

DVDs can have regional codes embedded in the disc data. These codes prevent DVD movies from being played outside the region of the world in which they are sold. If you get a region code error, you are trying to play a DVD intended for a different region.

Most DVD drives let you change the region code only a limited number of times (usually no more than four). Please note that when you reach this limit, your last change to the region code will be hard-coded on the DVD drive, and will be permanent. Your HP warranty does not cover the expense of correcting this situation. Refer to the help for your DVD player software for details about setting region codes.

To create or copy CDs

If your computer came with a CD-RW drive, it also includes software that lets you copy or create CDs. Click Start, Programs (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, All Programs, Multimedia, CD Writer (Windows XP)—if Adaptec Easy CD, Veritas CDRW, or RecordNow is not listed, do the following:

• Run Setup on the software CD to install the CD-RW software.

For Windows XP, you can use Windows Media Player to create audio CDs, and Windows Explorer to create data CDs using a CD-RW drive.

Refer to the software’s help for details about creating or copying CDs. HP recommends using HP C4403A (CD-R) or C4404A (CD-RW) media—read and write quality may vary for other media.

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Add-On Devices Connecting PC Cards

Connecting PC Cards

The computer’s PC Card slot is available for expanding the computer’s data storage and communication capabilities. The computer supports standard Type II PC Cards (PCMCIA and CardBus).

The slot also supports Zoomed Video, which allows a Zoomed Video card to show highquality multimedia presentations.

To insert or remove a PC Card

Inserting a PC Card

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

2. Slide the PC Card all the way into the slot. Most cards are properly seated when the outer edge is flush with the casing of the computer, but some cards are designed to protrude from the case.

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Removing a PC Card

Before removing a PC Card, you must use the PC Card, Eject Hardware, or Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar, or else shut down the computer. Otherwise, you could lose data.

1. Before removing the card, click the PC Card, Eject Hardware, or Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar, then click Stop. This protects your data and helps avoid unexpected problems.

If needed, you can restart the card by removing and then reinserting it.

2. Flip the eject button out (so that it stands out from the side of the computer), then press the button and remove the PC Card.

Finding tested PC Cards

For the current listing of PC Cards that have been tested and approved for use with your computer, visit the Accessories section of the HP Notebook web site (www.hp.com/notebooks).

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Connecting External Devices

To identify connectors for external devices

The diagrams below shows the connectors for external devices on the computer and expansion base.

Note

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

Locating connectors on the computer

1. Universal serial bus (USB) ports.

2. Infrared port.

3. External monitor port.

4. Modem port (on certain models).

5. LAN port.

6. Audio jacks: audio out (headphones), external microphone.

7. PC Card slot.

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Locating connectors on the expansion base

1. Universal serial bus (USB) ports.

2. S-video (TV out) port.

3. Serial port (COM1).

4. Parallel port (LPT1).

5. External monitor port.

6. PS/2 mouse port.

7. PS/2 keyboard port.

8. LAN port (works only if the computer has a built-in LAN port).

To connect a printer or other parallel device

The expansion base’s parallel port has a standard 25-pin connector, most commonly used for connecting dot-matrix, ink-jet, and laser printers. You can also use it to connect a parallel Zip drive.

• Connect the cable from the parallel printer or other parallel device to the expansion base’s parallel port.

To connect an external keyboard or mouse

• Plug a USB mouse or keyboard into a USB port on the computer or expansion base.

–or–

Plug a PS/2 mouse or keyboard into a PS/2 port on the expansion base.

The pointing stick is normally disabled while an external PS/2 mouse is connected.

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To connect a USB device

The universal serial buses (USB) on the computer and expansion base provide a bi-directional serial interface for adding peripheral devices such as a mouse, keyboard, game controller, serial and parallel port, and scanner on a single bus.

• Attach the device’s USB cable to a USB port. Windows automatically recognizes the USB device. Some USB devices can be connected to the computer in series—this is called a daisy-chain connection.

If you have problems making this connection, contact the device manufacturer and the HP Business Support web site (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport) for the latest version of the driver for the device.

To connect an audio device

Your computer includes a built-in microphone (in front of the right display hinge) that you can use to record voice, sound, and music. You can also plug in headphones, external speakers, an external microphone, or—if docked—a stereo input source (such as a CD player).

The audio jacks are three-terminal stereo jacks. They are not compatible with twoterminal mono plugs. Connecting a mono plug into the speaker-out jack may damage your notebook.

Note

• Attach the audio cable to the corresponding audio port on the computer or expansion base.

When you plug a device into the external microphone port, the built-in microphone automatically turns off. When you plug a device into the audio out port, the built-in speakers automatically turn off.

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To use an external monitor

Connecting an external monitor

1. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP).

2. Connect the monitor cable from the monitor to the monitor port on the rear of the computer (if undocked) or expansion base (if docked).

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

4. Press the blue sleep button to turn on the computer.

Switching the display to the external monitor

• Press Fn+F5 to cycle through the display options: notebook display, external monitor, both.

–or–

Click Start, Programs, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows 98), or Start, Programs (or All Programs) Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows 2000 or XP).

You can also add a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access.

If you need to use both displays at once, press Fn+F5 repeatedly until the image shows on both displays. However, by default, the image is limited by the internal display to 1024 × 768 pixels, so at a higher resolution you will see only part of the desktop on both displays. This doesn’t happen if you use only the external monitor.

Adjusting monitor resolution and other settings

1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Display (Windows 98 or 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display (Windows XP).

2. On the Settings tab, adjust the Screen area. Other settings are also available.

The internal display supports settings of up to 1024 × 768 resolution with 16M colors (24-or 32-bit).

For high-resolution external monitors, see “Hardware Specifications” on page 152 for the maximum supported resolutions, colors, and refresh rates. The capabilities of external monitors vary greatly, and the display quality of your monitor may not be optimal at higher settings.

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Using extended display mode (Windows 98 or XP)

You can extend your desktop by connecting an external monitor to your computer.

1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Display (Windows 98), or click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display (Windows XP).

2. Click the Settings tab.

3. Windows 98: right-click display 2, and select Enabled.

Windows XP: click the second display, then select the option to extend the desktop.

You can set different resolutions and numbers of colors for each display. However, using the Extended Desktop requires video memory for each display. For this reason, higher resolutions and higher numbers of colors may cause unexpected behavior on the displays. Try starting with 1024 × 768 resolution on the external display and 64 K colors (16-bit) on both displays. You can then try higher settings to see whether they work for your applications. In addition, certain operations such as playing DVDs and running 3D graphics require extra video memory, so you may have to adjust display settings.

If you’re playing a DVD movie, the movie will show only on the primary display. To change the primary display, go to the Settings tab of Display Properties (see the steps above), right-click the display you want, and select Primary.

Changing display actions

You can use the BIOS Setup utility to change certain display behaviors, such as stretching the image to fill the screen at lower resolutions. See “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 131.

To use a TV set as a monitor

You can connect a television set or other video device to your computer to use as a display. The computer’s built-in display remains active when you connect a TV set.

To connect a TV set

You can connect a TV set using a standard S-video cable, or an HP F1459A compositevideo adapter with a standard RCA-type video cable.

1. Connect a video cable from the TV set to the expansion base’s S-video port. (You don’t need to turn the computer off to do this.)

2. Connect the TV set to a power source and turn it on.

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To activate the TV display

• Restart the computer: click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart.

–or–

1. Click Start, Programs, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows 98), or Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows 2000 or XP).

2. Select the TV option.

The S-video TV output is optimized for DVD output at 800×600 resolution. For best results, activate only the TV display and set the resolution to 800×600. You can do this using HP Display Settings and Control Panel Display, or you can use the Intel Graphics Technology icon in the taskbar. Restore your normal display and resolution when you’re done using the TV.

To play DVD movies on the TV

• Open Display in Control Panel, click the Settings tab, then right-click the TV display and select Primary.

• Optional: connect an audio cable from the computer’s audio out jack to the TV audio input.

To connect a serial device

The expansion base includes a standard 9-pin serial port that you can use to connect devices such as external modems and fax modems. If needed, you can set the serial port’s address in the BIOS Setup utility.

• Connect the device’s serial cable to the expansion base’s serial port.

To connect an infrared device

You can use the infrared port to provide serial communication between the computer and other infrared devices, such as printers or other computers.

By default, the infrared port is not enabled, so you must enable it before you can use it.

1. Enable the infrared port in the BIOS Setup utility—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 131.

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2. Windows 98 only: click Start, Run, and type c:\hp\drivers\fir\quikbeam\setup.exe to install the QuickBeam software. For more information, see the Readme file in the same directory.

Using the infrared port

• Make sure the infrared ports of your computer and the other device lie in as straight a line as possible. The two ports should be no more than 1 meter apart, with no obstructions between them.

• To check the status of communications, open Infrared (Windows 98) or Wireless Link (Windows 2000 or XP) in Control Panel.

Disabling the infrared port

You should generally disable infrared communication when you aren’t using it.

1. Close any applications that are using infrared, and any folders on an infrared link.

2. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware (Windows XP).

3. Windows 98: double-click Infrared and disable communications.

Windows 2000: double-click Wireless Link and disable the hardware.

Windows XP: click Wireless Link. On the Hardware tab click Properties, and disable

the device in the pull-down menu.

Printing to an infrared printer

• Install your printer and assign it to the computer’s infrared port. You can then print from your applications as you would to any other printer.

Transferring files through an infrared connection

You can use your computer’s infrared port to transfer files.

• Windows 98: use the built-in Direct Cable Connection software. You will first need to install the software as follows:

1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Add/Remove Programs.

2. Click Windows Setup, double-click Communications, and select the Direct Cable

Connection checkbox.

• Windows 2000 or XP: use Wireless Link.

See the Windows online help for instructions on using Direct Cable Connection or Wireless Link.

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Installing Additional RAM

Your computer has no memory (RAM) built in, but has two slots for RAM modules: the system RAM slot beneath the keyboard (which contains a module installed at the factory), and an expansion slot on the bottom of the unit. You can use both of these slots to expand your unit’s RAM. Use HP PC-133 or higher SDRAM only.

You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these procedures.

To install a RAM expansion module

To increase your computer’s RAM, you can install a RAM module in the expansion slot on the bottom of the computer.

CAUTION

Your computer’s chips are extremely sensitive to static electricity, and can be permanently damaged by it. Handle the RAM module only by its edges. Before installing the memory module, discharge your body’s static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the rear of the computer.

1. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP).

2. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.

3. From the bottom of the computer, remove the screw holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover.

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4. Carefully insert the edge of the RAM module into the connector at about a 30° angle until it is fully seated. Then press down on both sides until the latches snap closed.

Note

CAUTION

5. Replace the cover.

6. Insert the battery.

Windows 98 only: if you increase your computer’s memory to more than 512 MB, the computer will not be able to hibernate unless you also increase the size of the Utility partition on the hard disk—see “To recover the factory installation of your hard disk” on page 138.

You can also replace the system RAM module beneath the keyboard—see “To replace the system RAM module” on page 99.

To remove a RAM expansion module

You may want to remove a RAM module so you can install a larger one.

1. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP).

2. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the main battery.

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3. Turn the unit upside down, remove the screw holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover.

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

5. Pull the module out of the connector.

6. Replace the cover.

7. Insert the battery.

To replace the system RAM module

If needed, you can replace your computer’s system RAM module (under the keyboard) to increase the computer’s RAM.

1. If your computer is docked, undock it.

2. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP).

3. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.

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