HP OMNIBOOK 6000, OMNIBOOK 6100 EVAL GUIDE

HP OmniBook 6000

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HP Software Product License Agreement

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

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

Proceeding with configuration signifies your acceptance of the License Terms.

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

Note: Operating System Software by Microsoft is licensed to you under the Microsoft End User License Agreement (EULA).

The following License Terms govern the use of the software:

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

Copies and Adaptations. Customer may make copies or adaptations of the software (a) for archival purposes or (b) when copying or adaptation is an essential step in the use of the software with a computer so long as the copies and adaptations are used in no other manner.

Ownership. Customer agrees that he/she does not have any title or ownership of the software, other than ownership of the physical media. Customer acknowledges and agrees that the software is copyrighted and protected under the copyright laws. Customer acknowledges and agrees that the software may have been developed by a third party software supplier named in the copyright notices included with the software, who shall be authorized to hold the Customer responsible for any copyright infringement or violation of this Agreement.

Product Recovery CD-ROM. If your computer was shipped with a product Recovery CD-ROM: (i) The product Recovery CD-ROM and/or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP computer with which the product Recovery CD-ROM was originally provided. (ii) The use of any operating system software by Microsoft contained in any such product Recovery CD-ROM shall be governed by the Microsoft End User License Agreement (EULA).

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Transfer of Rights in Software. Customer may transfer rights in the software to a third party only as part of the transfer of all rights and only if Customer obtains the prior agreement of the third party to be bound by the terms of this License Agreement. Upon such a transfer, Customer agrees that his/her rights in the software are terminated and that he/she will either destroy his/her copies and adaptations or deliver them to the third party.

Sublicensing and Distribution. Customer may not lease, sublicense the software or distribute copies or adaptations of the software to the public in physical media or by telecommunication without the prior written consent of Hewlett-Packard.

Termination. Hewlett-Packard may terminate this software license for failure to comply with any of these terms provided Hewlett-Packard has requested Customer to cure the failure and Customer has failed to do so within thirty (30) days of such notice.

Updates And Upgrades. Customer agrees that the software does not include updates and upgrades which may be available from Hewlett-Packard under a separate support agreement.

Export Clause. Customer agrees not to export or re-export the software or any copy or adaptation in violation of the U.S. Export Administration regulations or other applicable regulation.

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Edition History

Edition 1	.............................................. April 2000
	This manual is printed on recycled paper.

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Contents
Introducing the Notebook Computer ............................................................................	11
Taking Inventory.........................................................................................................	12
What’s in the Box? ................................................................................................	12
Software bundled on your computer......................................................................	13
To buy accessories.................................................................................................	13
To find more information ......................................................................................	14
Identifying Parts of the Computer ...............................................................................	15
Front View.............................................................................................................	15
Bottom View .........................................................................................................	16
Back View .............................................................................................................	17
Status Lights ..........................................................................................................	18
Setting Up Your Computer..........................................................................................	20
Step 1 – Install the battery .....................................................................................	20
Step 2 – Connect ac power ....................................................................................	22
Step 3 – Turn on the computer ..............................................................................	23
Step 4 – Set up Windows.......................................................................................	24
Using Your Computer ....................................................................................................	25
Operating Your Computer...........................................................................................	26
To start and stop the computer...............................................................................	26
To reset the computer ............................................................................................	27
To use the pointing devices ...................................................................................	28
To configure the pointing devices .........................................................................	29
To disable one pointing device..............................................................................	29
To use the Fn hot keys...........................................................................................	30
To use the Windows and Applications keys..........................................................	31
To use the embedded keypad.................................................................................	31
To use the ALT GR key ........................................................................................	32
To adjust the display..............................................................................................	32
To adjust the volume .............................................................................................	33
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC...................................................................	34
Taking Care of Your Computer...................................................................................	36
To protect your hard disk drive .............................................................................	36
To take care of your computer...............................................................................	36
To safeguard your data ..........................................................................................	37
To extend the life of the display ............................................................................	37
To get the most from your batteries.......................................................................	37
To clean your computer.........................................................................................	38
Securing Your Computer ............................................................................................	39
To set up password protection ...............................................................................	39
To attach a security cable ......................................................................................	40
To use the VirusScan utility ..................................................................................	41
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To set PC identification .........................................................................................	41
To lock the hard disk drive ....................................................................................	42
Traveling with Your Computer .....................................................................................	43
Managing Power Consumption ...................................................................................	44
How the computer manages power automatically .................................................	44
To manage power manually ..................................................................................	47
To suspend the computer when closing the display...............................................	48
Using Battery Power ...................................................................................................	49
To check battery status ..........................................................................................	49
To respond to a low-battery warning.....................................................................	50
To install a secondary battery................................................................................	50
To maximize battery operating time......................................................................	50
Making Connections .......................................................................................................	53
Using Plug-In Modules ...............................................................................................	54
To install hot-swap support ...................................................................................	54
To replace a plug-in module ..................................................................................	55
To connect the floppy disk drive to the parallel port .............................................	57
To insert or remove a CD or DVD ........................................................................	57
To play DVD movies.............................................................................................	58
Using the Modem........................................................................................................	59
To connect the modem ..........................................................................................	60
To connect to the Internet......................................................................................	60
To disconnect from the Internet.............................................................................	61
To dial in to a network...........................................................................................	61
To change your modem settings ............................................................................	62
To send and receive e-mail ....................................................................................	63
To send and receive faxes (Windows 95)..............................................................	64
To send and receive faxes (Windows 98)..............................................................	64
To send and receive faxes (Windows 2000)..........................................................	66
Connecting to a LAN ..................................................................................................	67
To connect to a LAN .............................................................................................	67
Connecting PC Cards ..................................................................................................	68
To insert or remove a PC Card ..............................................................................	68
Connecting External Devices ......................................................................................	70
To identify connectors for external devices...........................................................	70
To use an external monitor ....................................................................................	71
To connect a printer or other parallel device .........................................................	72
To connect an external keyboard or PS/2 mouse...................................................	72
To connect a USB device ......................................................................................	73
To connect a serial device .....................................................................................	74
To connect an audio device ...................................................................................	74
To make an infrared connection ............................................................................	75
To connect to a docking product ...........................................................................	76

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Configuring and Expanding Your Computer ..............................................................	79
Using the BIOS Setup Utility......................................................................................	80
To run the BIOS Setup utility................................................................................	80
Using TopTools...........................................................................................................	86
To set up TopTools................................................................................................	86
Installing a RAM Expansion Module..........................................................................	87
To install a RAM expansion module .....................................................................	87
To remove a RAM expansion module...................................................................	88
Replacing a Hard Disk Drive ......................................................................................	90
To replace the hard disk drive ...............................................................................	90
To replace the hard disk drive holder ....................................................................	91
To prepare a new hard disk drive ..........................................................................	92
Using Windows 2000.......................................................................................................	93
Installing Windows 2000 ............................................................................................	94
To prepare for software installation.......................................................................	94
To install Windows 2000.......................................................................................	95
To install video support .........................................................................................	96
To install audio support .........................................................................................	96
To install pointing device support .........................................................................	97
To install the Hewlett-Packard Configuration Interface (HPCI) ...........................	97
To install the Intel® SpeedStep™ Technology applet ..........................................	98
To configure power management ..........................................................................	98
Using the Docking Solutions.....................................................................................	100
Installing HP/3Com 10/100 Ethernet+ 56K Global Modem Mini-PCI Card Support101
To install Ethernet support ..................................................................................	101
To install modem support ....................................................................................	102
Using Windows 98.........................................................................................................	103
Installing Windows 98 ..............................................................................................	104
To prepare for software installation.....................................................................	104
To install Windows 98.........................................................................................	106
To install video support .......................................................................................	107
To install audio support .......................................................................................	107
To install pointing device support .......................................................................	107
To install infrared support ...................................................................................	108
Using the Docking Solutions.....................................................................................	109
To use the docking system...................................................................................	109
To install the HP Notebook docking system support...........................................	110
Installing HP/3Com 10/100 Ethernet+ 56K Global Modem Mini-PCI Card Support112
To install Ethernet support ..................................................................................	112
To install modem support ....................................................................................	113
Using Windows 95.........................................................................................................	115
Installing Windows 95 ..............................................................................................	116
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	To prepare for software installation.....................................................................	116
	To install Windows 95 OSR 2.5..........................................................................	118
	To install video support .......................................................................................	120
	To install audio support .......................................................................................	120
	To install pointing device support .......................................................................	121
	To install PC Card Support..................................................................................	121
	To install the Intel® SpeedStep™ Technology applet ........................................	122
	To install infrared support ...................................................................................	122
	To install USB support ........................................................................................	123
	To install accessory module hot swap support (Agate Tioman)..........................	123
	To install Euro Key currency symbol support .....................................................	124
	To install the Windows 95 Y2K update...............................................................	124
	To install the 2nd HDD accessory module support .............................................	125
	To disable automatic CD-ROM detection ...........................................................	125
	Using the Docking Solutions.....................................................................................	126
	To use the docking system...................................................................................	126
	To install the HP Notebook docking system support...........................................	127
	To configure a docked hardware profile..............................................................	128
	Installing HP/3Com 10/100 Ethernet+ 56K Global Modem Mini-PCI Card Support129
	To install Ethernet support ..................................................................................	129
	To install modem support ....................................................................................	130
Using Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................................		131
	Installing Windows NT 4.0 .......................................................................................	132
	To prepare for software installation.....................................................................	132
	To install Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................	133
	To install Service Pack 5 .....................................................................................	135
	To install video support .......................................................................................	135
	To install audio support .......................................................................................	135
	To install pointing device support .......................................................................	136
	To install IDE support .........................................................................................	136
	To install the Intel® SpeedStep™ Technology applet ........................................	137
	To disable automatic CD-ROM detection ...........................................................	137
	Using the Docking Solutions.....................................................................................	138
	To use the docking system...................................................................................	140
	To install the HP Notebook docking system support...........................................	140
	Installing HP/3Com 10/100 Ethernet+ 56K Global Modem Mini-PCI Card Support143
	To install Ethernet support ..................................................................................	143
	To install modem support ....................................................................................	144
	Installing Mobile Enhancements ...............................................................................	138
	Requirements.......................................................................................................	138
	To install APM ....................................................................................................	138
	To install the Card Executive ..............................................................................	139
Troubleshooting Your Computer ................................................................................		147
	Troubleshooting Techniques .....................................................................................	148
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Audio Problems ...................................................................................................	148
CD-ROM and DVD Problems.............................................................................	149
Display Problems.................................................................................................	150
Docking Problems ...............................................................................................	151
Hard Disk Drive Problems ..................................................................................	152
Heat Problems .....................................................................................................	153
Infrared Problems ................................................................................................	153
Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems............................................................	154
Memory Problems ...............................................................................................	156
Modem Problems.................................................................................................	156
Network Problems ...............................................................................................	159
PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems.............................................................................	160
Performance Problems.........................................................................................	161
Power and Battery Problems ...............................................................................	162
Printing Problems ................................................................................................	164
Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems .....................................................................	165
Startup Problems .................................................................................................	167
Testing the Hardware ................................................................................................	169
To run the DiagTools diagnostic test...................................................................	169
Recovering and Reinstalling Software ......................................................................	171
To recover the factory installation of your hard disk...........................................	171
To replace a damaged Recovery CD ...................................................................	172
To update the computer BIOS .............................................................................	172
Support and Service......................................................................................................	175
Getting Assistance for Your Computer .....................................................................	176
To get help from the web.....................................................................................	176
To contact the HP Customer Care Center............................................................	176
To receive repair service......................................................................................	178
To prepare your computer for shipment ..............................................................	178
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement..........................................................	179
Specifications and Regulatory Information................................................................	181
Hardware Specifications............................................................................................	182
Modem Reference Information .................................................................................	185
Modem Reference (3Com) ..................................................................................	185
Modem Reference (Ambit)..................................................................................	190
Safety Information.....................................................................................................	197
Power Cords ........................................................................................................	197
Ergonomics..........................................................................................................	198
Battery Safety ......................................................................................................	198
Laser Safety.........................................................................................................	199
LED Safety ..........................................................................................................	199
Regulatory Information .............................................................................................	200
U.S.A. ..................................................................................................................	200
Canada .................................................................................................................	201
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Japan....................................................................................................................	201
International.........................................................................................................	202
Index...............................................................................................................................	203

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Introducing the Notebook Computer

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Introducing the Notebook Computer

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:

•The display is brighter than those on previous HP notebook computers.

•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?

•HP OmniBook 6000 PC.

•Main battery (installed).

•CD-ROM or DVD drive module (installed).

•Floppy disk drive module.

•External floppy disk drive cable.

•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.

•Mediamatics CD (for models with a DVD drive).

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Software bundled on your computer

Your computer includes the following software.

Software	Function
HP TopTools	Allows network managers and administrators to check the hardware and
	software on your computer and how well they are working.
Agaté Tioman Hot-Swap	Lets you swap most modules in the plug-in bay without needing to shut
	down and reboot the computer (Windows 95 and 98 only).
QuickLink	Permits fax transfer to fax machines and fax software, and permits data
	transfer. (Windows 98 only)
HP e-center	Provides easy access to e-pages and e-services—including backup,
	e-mail, and fax transfer (North America English only).
VirusScan	Protects your computer from potentially harmful files.
Adobe Acrobat Reader	Allows you to read documents in Acrobat format frequently used on the
	Internet.
HP DiagTools	Provides hardware diagnostic tests.
Mediamatics DVD Express CD	Controls DVD play (for models with a DVD drive).

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 docking solutions, plug-in modules, and other accessories, such as the following:

•ac adapter.

•Floppy disk drive module.

•External floppy disk drive cable.

•Plug-in modules, such as CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, CD read/write drive, Zip drive, second hard disk drive.

•Replacement hard disk drive module.

•Main battery.

•Secondary battery.

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Taking Inventory

• Weight-saving module, for module bay to reduce travel weight.

• External battery charger.

• Docking bay adapter.

	To find more information
	The following table lists other sources of information about your computer and related
	products.
Source		Description and Location
Startup Guide		The Startup Guide introduces your computer. It also contains setup instructions,
		basic operation guidelines, troubleshooting information, and warranty information.
Online Reference		The full Reference Guide is shipped on the computer’s hard drive, and provides a
Guide		complete source for operating and maintaining the computer. Look in the HP Library
		group, or on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library.
Online HP Notes		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.
Microsoft Windows		This is shipped with your computer and contains information about using the version
manual		of Microsoft Windows shipped with your computer.
HP Notebook Web		www.hp.com/notebooks.
Site		www.europe.hp.com/notebooks (European mirror).
HP Customer Care		www.hp.com/go/support.
Web Site
Corporate		This provides information about installing alternate operating systems, as well as
Evaluator’s Guide		how to configure your notebook computer in a corporate, networked environment.
		Located at the HP Notebook Web site.

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Identifying Parts of the Computer

Identifying Parts of the Computer

Front View

1.Sleep button. Suspends and resumes operation.

2.Keyboard status lights (left to right: Caps Lock, Num Lock, Keypad Lock, Scroll Lock).

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

4.Pointing stick (pointing device).

5.Click buttons and scroll button.

6.Touch pad (pointing device).

7.Click buttons.

8.Main status lights (left to right): power state, hard disk activity, charging status for main battery, and charging status for secondary battery.

9.Module eject latch.

10.System-off switch.

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

12.Infrared port (below the volume control).

13.Volume control.

14.Audio jacks (left to right): audio out (headphones), external microphone, audio in.

15.Kensington lock slot (security connector).

16.Built-in speakers (one on each side).

17.Built-in microphone.

18.Latch for opening the computer.

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Bottom View

19.Modem port (on certain models).

20.LAN port (on certain models).

21.PC Card and CardBus slots (upper and lower).

22.Hard disk drive.

23.Main battery latch.

24.Main battery.

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

26.Mini-PCI cover (no user parts inside).

27.RAM cover.

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Back View

28.Universal serial bus port (USB).

29.Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device, or to connect the floppy disk drive externally.

30.Docking port.

31.PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter).

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

33.External monitor port.

34.ac adapter jack.

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Status Lights

The computer includes a number of status lights that report power and battery status, drive activity, and keyboard functions such as caps lock and num lock.

The following diagram shows the status lights on the front of the computer.

1.Power status.

•Green: computer is on or in Display-off mode (Windows 98 and 2000).

•Amber: computer is in Standby mode or Display-off mode (Windows 95).

•No light: computer is off or in Hibernate mode.

•Red light: computer failed when resuming, and must be reset.

2.Hard disk drive activity.

•Green: computer is accessing the hard disk drive.

3.Main battery status.

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

•Amber: The ac adapter is connected and the battery is charging.

•Red. The ac adapter is connected and the battery is missing or has a fault.

•Off: The ac adapter is not connected.

4.Secondary battery status.

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

•Amber: The ac adapter is connected and the battery is charging.

•Red. The battery has a fault.

•Off: The ac adapter is not connected, a secondary battery is not installed, or the battery is not charging.

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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. (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.

4.Scroll Lock. Scroll Lock is active.

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Introducing the Notebook Computer

Setting Up Your Computer

Setting Up Your Computer

WARNING

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 34.

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.

2.Insert the front (rounded) end of the battery into the battery compartment on the bottom of the computer, and lower the back end in until it clicks into place.

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Setting Up Your Computer

To remove the battery

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

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Introducing the Notebook Computer

Setting Up Your Computer

	Step 2 – Connect ac power
CAUTION	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).
	• 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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Step 3 – 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.

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Introducing the Notebook Computer

Setting Up Your Computer

	Step 4 – Set up Windows
	Your notebook computer has Microsoft Windows 95, 98, or 2000 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.
	• 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.
Year 2000	Hewlett-Packard makes no representation or warranty about the Year 2000 readiness of
	non-HP products, including preinstalled operating systems or application software. You
	should contact the software manufacturer directly to determine if you need to do
	anything else to ensure compliance.
	Microsoft has indicated that many of its operating system software products and
	applications require customer installation of software patches for Year 2000
	compliance, and may require additional patches in the future. The need for such patches
	most likely applies to the operating system software and any Microsoft applications
	shipped with this product. You are urged to contact Microsoft at
	www.microsoft.com/y2k, at 1-888-MSFTY2K (U.S. and Canada only), or at your local
	Microsoft office.

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Using Your Computer

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Using Your Computer

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 start and stop the computer

Power mode	To enter this mode	To turn on again
Display-off mode	Allow timeout.	Press any key or move a
Saves minimal power.		pointing device to restore
Turns off the display and hard disk.		the display (“Instant-On”).
Restarts quickly.
Maintains network connections.
Standby mode	Press blue sleep button	Press the blue sleep
Saves significant power.	–or–	button to display your
Turns off the display and other components.	click Start, Suspend	current session (“Instant-
Maintains current session in RAM.	(Windows 95) or Start,	On”).
Restarts quickly.	Shutdown, Standby
Restores network connections.	(Windows 98 and 2000)
	–or–
	allow timeout.
Hibernate mode	Press Fn+F12	Press the blue sleep
Saves maximum power.	–or–	button to restart and
Saves current session to disk, then shuts down.	Click Start, Shut Down,	restore your previous
Restores network connections.	Hibernate (Windows 2000)	session.
	–or–
	allow timeout.
Shut down (off)	Click Start, Shut Down	Press the blue sleep
Saves maximum power.	(recommended)	button to restart with a
Turns off without saving current session.	–or–	new session.
At startup, resets everything, starts a new	slide the power button.
session, and restores network connections.

You can also customize the way these power modes work. See “How the computer manages power automatically” on page 44.

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Hint	To boot from a CD-ROM or DVD drive in the module bay, press ESC during reboot
	when the HP logo and prompt appear. Then select the CD-ROM/DVD drive as the
	temporary boot device.

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.

1. If possible, shut down Windows: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, then click Shut Down.

2. 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 right side of the computer, then press the blue sleep button to restart.

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To use the pointing devices

Your computer includes two built-in pointing devices: the pointing stick and touch pad.

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

2.Click buttons and scroll button. The click buttons work like the left and right buttons on a standard mouse. The scroll button works with the pointing stick to scroll the contents of a window.

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

4.Click buttons. These also work like the left and right buttons on a standard mouse.

Moving and selecting

1.Place your hands in a normal typing position.

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

Touch pad. Move a thumb or finger across the touch pad 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.

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Scrolling with the scroll button

•Hold down the scroll button and move the pointer using the pointing stick. The contents of the window scroll in the direction you move the pointer.

To configure the pointing devices

You can customize the operation of your computer’s pointing devices (pointing stick, touch pad, and external PS/2 or serial mouse). You can change the left, right, and scroll button actions, double-click speed, pointer speed, and more. For details, click Help in the Mouse window.

•Double-click the touch pad icon in the task bar. –or–

Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Mouse.

To disable one pointing device

If you prefer to use only one of your computer’s built-in pointing devices, you can disable the other. For example, if you notice that your hand inadvertently contacts the touch pad and moves the cursor while you’re typing, consider disabling the touch pad.

1.Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Mouse. –or–

Double-click the touch pad icon in the taskbar.

2.Click the Touch tab, and select the device you want to disable from the pull-down menu.

3.Select Disable This Device near the bottom of the window.

4.Click OK.

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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	Toggles among the built-in display, an external display, and simultaneous display on
	both.
Fn+F7	Audio mute
Fn+F8	Toggles the built-in keypad on and off. Does not affect an external keyboard. If Num
	Lock is on, then the numeric functions are active; otherwise, cursor control is active.
Fn+F12	Enters Hibernate mode.
Fn+NumLock	Toggles Scroll Lock on and off.
Fn+UP ARROW	Increases sound volume.
Fn+DOWN ARROW	Decreases sound volume.
	External keyboards support only Fn+F5, Fn+F7, and Fn+F12. To use these, press and
	hold left CTRL+left ALT, press the appropriate second key, then release both keys.

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