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Using wireless controls ....................................................................................................................... 48

Using the wireless button ................................................................................................... 48
Using operating system controls ........................................................................................ 48

Using WLAN ....................................................................................................................................... 48

Setting up a WLAN ............................................................................................................ 49
Connecting to a WLAN ...................................................................................................... 50
Using wireless security features ........................................................................................ 50
Identifying a WLAN device ................................................................................................. 50

9  Modem and LAN

Using a modem .................................................................................................................................. 51

Connecting a modem cable ............................................................................................... 51
Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter ....................................... 52
Selecting a location setting ................................................................................................ 53

Viewing the current location selection ............................................................... 53
Adding new locations when traveling ................................................................ 53
Solving travel connection problems .................................................................. 54

Connecting to a local area network .................................................................................................... 55

10  Security

Protecting the computer ..................................................................................................................... 57
Using passwords ................................................................................................................................ 58

Setting passwords in Windows .......................................................................................... 58
Using administrator and user passwords ........................................................................... 58

Automatic logon ................................................................................................ 58
Manual logon ..................................................................................................... 59
Administrator logon ........................................................................................... 59

Setting passwords in Computer Setup .............................................................................. 59
Using a setup password .................................................................................................... 59

Managing a setup password ............................................................................. 60
Entering a setup password ................................................................................ 60

Using a power-on password .............................................................................................. 60

Managing a power-on password ....................................................................... 60
Entering a power-on password ......................................................................... 61
Requiring a power-on password at restart ........................................................ 61

Installing a security cable ................................................................................................................... 61

11  Connecting hardware

Using a USB device ........................................................................................................................... 63

Connecting a USB device .................................................................................................. 63
Removing a USB device .................................................................................................... 63
Securing USB ports ........................................................................................................... 64

Using the USB Storage Options utility .............................................................. 64

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Summary of Contents for 4410t - Mobile Thin Client

Page 1: ...HP 4410t Mobile Thin Client Administrator Reference Guide ...

Page 2: ...s and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein First Edition July 2009 Document Part Number 571224 001 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Som...

Page 3: ...llow another hard surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing to block airflow Also do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing during operation The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety o...

Page 4: ...iv Safety warning notice ...

Page 5: ...e Filter 11 Using the File Based Write Filter command line control 11 Using the File Based Write Filter configuration interface 12 Using the File Based Write Filter status utility 13 Enhanced Write Filter 14 Using the Enhanced Write Filter command line control 14 Using the Enhanced Write Filter configuration interface 15 Using the Enhanced Write Filter status utility 16 3 Configuration Local drive...

Page 6: ...g devices and keyboard Using pointing devices 28 Setting pointing device preferences 28 Connecting an external mouse 28 Using the keyboard 28 Using hotkeys 28 Displaying system information 30 Opening Help and Support 30 Opening the Print Options window 30 Opening a Web browser 30 Switching the screen image 30 Initiating Standby 30 Initiating QuickLock 31 Decreasing screen brightness 31 Increasing ...

Page 7: ...vel when a charged battery is available 40 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 40 Conserving battery power 40 Storing a battery 41 Disposing of a used battery 41 Using external AC power 41 Connecting the AC adapter 42 7 Multimedia Using multimedia hardware 43 Using the audio features 43 Using the audio in microphone jack 44 Using the audio out headphone jack 44 Adjustin...

Page 8: ... 54 Connecting to a local area network 55 10 Security Protecting the computer 57 Using passwords 58 Setting passwords in Windows 58 Using administrator and user passwords 58 Automatic logon 58 Manual logon 59 Administrator logon 59 Setting passwords in Computer Setup 59 Using a setup password 59 Managing a setup password 60 Entering a setup password 60 Using a power on password 60 Managing a power...

Page 9: ...Using an optional external MultiBay or external MultiBay II 75 Inserting and replacing memory modules 75 15 Multiboot About the boot order device 80 Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup 81 Considering boot order changes 81 Choosing Multiboot preferences 82 Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup 82 Dynamically choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt 82 Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt 8...

Page 10: ...Appendix A Routine care Cleaning the display 88 Cleaning the keyboard 88 Traveling and shipping 88 Index 90 x ...

Page 11: ...chapter identify the standard features on most computer models Display NOTE Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section Component Description 1 Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on 2 Internal microphone Records sound Identifying the hardware 1 ...

Page 12: ...een 2 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse 3 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse This table describes factory settings To view or change pointing device preferences select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse 2 Chapter 1 Notebook tour ...

Page 13: ... On The computer is on Blinking 5 times When the computer is on press button to launch Info Center Off The computer is off or in the Standby state 3 Power light On The computer is on Blinking The computer is in the Standby state Off The computer is off Identifying the hardware 3 ...

Page 14: ...computer When the computer is on press the button to shut down the computer When the computer is in the Standby state press the button briefly to exit Standby If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer To learn more about your power settings and how to change them select Star...

Page 15: ...ion with a function key or the esc key 3 Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu 4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer 5 Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad 6 Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key Identifying the hardware 5 ...

Page 16: ...are off 4 Media Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Pro MSP MultiMediaCard MMC MultiMediaCard 4 2 MMC Plus including MMC Plus HC Secure Digital SD Memory Card Secure Digital High Capacity SDHC Memory Card Secure Digital High Speed SDHS Memory Card xD Picture Card XD xD Picture Card XD Type H xD Picture Card XD Type M 5 Audio out headphone j...

Page 17: ...harge capacity Blinking amber A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level When the battery reaches a critical battery level the battery light begins blinking rapidly Off If the computer is plugged into an external power source the light turns off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged If the computer is not plugged into an external power source t...

Page 18: ...irflow to cool internal components NOTE The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation 5 External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector 6 HDMI port Connects an optional HDMI device 7 USB ports 2 Connect optional USB devices Bottom components Component De...

Page 19: ...e antennas free from obstructions To see wireless regulatory notices refer to the section of the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region These notices are located in the printed Getting Started guide Identifying the labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally wi...

Page 20: ...ory label Provides regulatory information about the computer The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of the computer Modem approval label Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the countries or regions in which the modem has been approved for use You may need this information when traveling internationally The modem approval...

Page 21: ...r disabled and does not have an overlay volume When FBWF is disabled all previous changes are lost Using the File Based Write Filter command line control CAUTION Terminal Administrators should use Microsoft Windows NT file security to prevent undesired usage of these commands Windows Embedded includes the FBWF command line control This control enables you to issue a set of commands to the FBWF dri...

Page 22: ...removeexclusion Removes a write through path to the exclusion list setthreshold Sets the overlay threshold value Using the File Based Write Filter configuration interface In addition to the DOS command line tool Windows Embedded includes a FBWF configuration interface You can access the FBWF interface through the Windows Control Panel To access the FBWF interface follow these steps 1 Log on as an ...

Page 23: ...ge on next boot If you are logged on as an administrator you can change the status of FBWF by right clicking the icon and selecting the desired FBWF state NOTE Because the fbwfmgr exe utility and the FBWF status service execute separate code status changes by fbwfmgr exe are not automatically reflected by the FBWF status icon If you modify the FBWF using the command line you must right click the i...

Page 24: ...er is restarted You can also enable disable the write filter using the command line NOTE Always enable the write filter after you have made all of your permanent changes NOTE Only an account with administrator privileges can enable disable or commit the enhanced write filter Using the Enhanced Write Filter command line control CAUTION Terminal Administrators should use Microsoft Windows NT file se...

Page 25: ...ter the system reboots Using the Enhanced Write Filter configuration interface In addition to the DOS command line tool Windows Embedded includes an EWF configuration interface You can access the EWF interface through the Windows Control Panel To access the EWF interface follow these steps 1 Log on as an administrator 2 Select Start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options 3 Select HP WriteFilter...

Page 26: ...nge on next boot If you are logged on as an administrator you can change the status of EWF by right clicking the icon and selecting the desired EWF state NOTE Because the ewfmgr exe utility and the EWF status service execute separate code status changes by ewfmgr exe are not automatically reflected by the EWF status icon If you modify the EWF using the command line you must right click the icon yo...

Page 27: ...ing User system temporary files You can also use the RAMDisk for temporary storage of other data such as roaming profiles at the administrator s discretion Use the RAMDisk Configuration dialog box to configure the RAMDisk size If you change the size of the RAMDisk you will be prompted to restart for the change to take effect To permanently save the change disable the write filter cache or issue th...

Page 28: ...ange the application settings to use the Z drive To minimize writing to the C drive update the configuration settings Mapping network drives To keep the mappings after the computer is restarted follow these steps 1 Disable the write filter cache during the current boot session or issue the commit command 2 Click Reconnect at logon Because a user logon cannot disable the write filter cache you can ...

Page 29: ...ngs are automatically applied to the new user profile For the new user to match the characteristics of the default user the administrator must create the user in the User group and add the new user to the Administrator group The default user is in both groups otherwise the new user will not be able to add a local printer The user s actions are still limited while the user is in the Administrator g...

Page 30: ...the Object Names to Select box 12 Click Check Names and then click OK The newly created user is now a member of both the Administrator and User groups and should match the privileges of the default user account 20 Chapter 3 Configuration ...

Page 31: ...ablish connections to a Windows Terminal Server or to access remote applications using Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol RDP For additional information on how to use the Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection utility go to the Microsoft Web site at http www microsoft com Remote Desktop Connection 21 ...

Page 32: ...y managed highly secure data centers while providing end users the convenience and familiarity of a traditional environment Additionally companies have long used server based computing SBC to create virtual instances of desktop applications on a server that multiple remote users can access HP CCI offers a new alternative for virtualizing the desktop Part of the CCI solution is the HP Session Alloc...

Page 33: ...er valid clients that are added to the network The agent carries out assignments and reports the status of individual computers to the Altiris server For additional information about Altiris Client Agent go to the HP Web site at http www hp com go easydeploy Altiris Client Agent 23 ...

Page 34: ...of HP thin clients and provides remote and asset management reporting and security HP Device Manager is based on industry standard technologies such as RDMS and SSL encryption For additional information about HP Device Manager go to the HP Web site at http www hp com support 24 Chapter 4 Applications ...

Page 35: ...date Client is a utility located in the Control Panel It allows an IT Administrator to apply settings to a Windows Embedded operating system The settings are applied through an ini file that uses a subset of parameters from Microsoft s sysprep inf as well as several Embedded HP specific keys XPePrep can run by specifying a local ini file to be processed or it can be used in conjunction with DHCP a...

Page 36: ... HP computer of the exact same model and hardware with equal or greater flash drive capacity HP ThinState Deploy To perform an HP ThinState deployment follow these steps 1 On the computer that will receive the captured image set the boot order in Computer Setup to USB boot 2 Attach the USB flash drive and then turn on the computer 3 Follow the on screen instructions After you remove the USB flash ...

Page 37: ... to the flash memory These settings should not be modified You can access another browser through an ICA or RDP account if you need more browser resources Windows Media Player Version 11 of Windows Media Player contains security performance and functionality improvements For more information about improvements to Windows Media Player go to the Microsoft Web site at http www microsoft com Microsoft...

Page 38: ...r pointing devices such as button configuration click speed and pointer options Connecting an external mouse You can connect an external USB mouse to the computer using one of the USB ports on the computer A USB mouse can also be connected to the computer using the ports on an optional docking device Using the keyboard Using hotkeys Hotkeys are combinations of the fn key 1 and either the esc key 2...

Page 39: ...4 Initiate Standby fn f5 Initiate QuickLock fn f6 Decrease screen brightness fn f7 Increase screen brightness fn f8 Mute speaker sound fn f9 Decrease speaker sound fn f11 Increase speaker sound fn f12 To use a hotkey command on the computer keyboard follow either of these steps Briefly press the fn key and then briefly press the second key of the hotkey command or Press and hold down the fn key br...

Page 40: ... services and your Web browser home page you can press fn f3 to quickly access your home page and the Internet Switching the screen image Press fn f4 to switch the screen image among display devices connected to the system For example if a monitor is connected to the computer pressing fn f4 alternates the screen image from computer display to monitor display to simultaneous display on both the com...

Page 41: ... follow the instructions on the screen to enter your Windows user password or your Windows administrator password and access the computer Decreasing screen brightness Press fn f7 to decrease screen brightness Hold down the hotkey to decrease the brightness level incrementally Increasing screen brightness Press fn f8 to increase screen brightness Hold down the hotkey to increase the brightness leve...

Page 42: ...eypad can be used like the keys on an external keypad When the embedded numeric keypad is enabled each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper right corner of the key Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad Press fn num lk to enable the embedded numeric keypad Press fn num lk again to return the keys to their standard keyboard functions NOTE The embedd...

Page 43: ...y to type in lowercase Press and hold fn shift to type in uppercase Using an optional external numeric keypad Keys on most external numeric keypads function differently according to whether num lock is on or off num lock is turned off at the factory When num lock is on most keypad keys type numbers When num lock is off most keypad keys function like the arrow page up or page down keys When num loc...

Page 44: ...wing illustration and table identify and describe the power control and light locations Component Description 1 fn f5 Initiates Standby 2 Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is on 34 Chapter 6 Power ...

Page 45: ...Down command closes all open programs including the operating system and then turns off the display and computer Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port When the computer will be unused and disconnected from exter...

Page 46: ...k the down arrow b Select Stand by from the list c Click OK To exit Standby Press the power button When the computer exits Standby the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working NOTE If you have set a password to be required when the computer exits Standby you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen Using the power meter T...

Page 47: ...e computer and the computer is not plugged into external power the computer runs on battery power When the computer is plugged into external AC power the computer runs on AC power If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the computer NOTE The display b...

Page 48: ...tery CAUTION Removing a battery that is the sole power source can cause loss of information To prevent loss of information shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery To insert the battery 1 Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface with the battery bay toward you 2 Insert the battery into the battery bay 1 until it is seated The battery release latches 2 automatically...

Page 49: ... If you are charging a new battery charge it fully before turning on the computer Charge the battery until the battery light turns off NOTE If the computer is on while the battery is charging the power meter in the notification area may show 100 percent charge before the battery is fully charged Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it I...

Page 50: ...not restore power until the power lights turn off Resolving a low battery level when external power is available Connect one of the following devices AC adapter Optional docking device Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1 Turn off the computer 2 Remove the discharged battery and then insert a charged battery 3 Turn on the computer Resolving a l...

Page 51: ...etting Started guide Using external AC power External AC power is supplied through one of the following devices WARNING To reduce potential safety issues use only the AC adapter provided with the computer a replacement AC adapter provided by HP or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP Approved AC adapter Optional docking device Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the followi...

Page 52: ...omputer If provided with a 3 pin attachment plug on the power cord plug the cord into a grounded earthed 3 pin outlet Do not disable the power cord grounding pin for example by attaching a 2 pin adapter The grounding pin is an important safety feature To connect the computer to external AC power follow these steps 1 Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1 on the computer 2 Plug the power co...

Page 53: ...onent Description 1 Internal microphone Records sound 2 Speakers 2 Produce sound 3 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone stereo array microphone or monaural microphone 4 Audio out headphone jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers headphones ear buds a headset or television audio Using multimedia hardware 43 ...

Page 54: ...ed to connect the audio out function of an audio device such as external powered speakers or a stereo system When connecting a device to the headphone jack use only a 3 5 mm stereo plug When a device is connected to the headphone jack the speakers are disabled Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls Hotkeys To mute or restore speaker sound press fn f9 To decreas...

Page 55: ...ed external display device does not display an image press fn f4 to transfer the image to the device Repeatedly pressing fn f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display the device and simultaneous display on both the computer display and the device Using the HDMI port The High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device such a...

Page 56: ... software included with the computer refer to the software manufacturer s instructions which may be provided on disc in the software Help or on the software manufacturer s Web site Opening preinstalled multimedia software 1 Select Start All Programs 2 Click the program that you want to open Using multimedia software 1 Select Start All Programs and then open the multimedia program you want to use F...

Page 57: ...nly if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive CAUTION The region settings on your DVD drive can be changed only 5 times The region setting you select the fifth time becomes the permanent region setting on the DVD drive The number of region changes remaining is displayed on the DVD Region tab To change settings through the operating system 1 Select Start My Computer...

Page 58: ... and two wireless lights All of the wireless devices on your computer are enabled at the factory so the wireless light is on blue when you turn on the computer The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices not the status of individual devices If the wireless light is blue at least one wireless device is on If the wireless light is off all wireless devices are off Be...

Page 59: ... up to 11 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2 4 GHz 802 11g supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2 4 GHz An 802 11g WLAN device is backward compatible with 802 11b devices so they can operate on the same network 802 11n supports data rates of up to 600 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2 4 and or 5 GHz An 802 11n WLAN device is backward compatible with 802 11a 80...

Page 60: ...eektools Check with each public WLAN location for cost and connection requirements Using wireless security features When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access The most common security levels are Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP When setting up a network use one or more of the...

Page 61: ...ital line can permanently damage the modem Immediately disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry 1 which prevents interference from TV and radio reception orient the circuitry end 2 of the cable toward the computer Connecting a modem cable WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equ...

Page 62: ...gion in which you purchased the computer you must obtain a country or region specific modem cable adapter To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ 11 telephone jack follow these steps 1 Connect the modem cable into the modem jack 1 on the computer 2 Connect the modem cable into the modem cable adapter 2 3 Connect the modem cable adapter 3 into the telephone wall ja...

Page 63: ...r current modem country or region settings To enable modem use in other countries or regions while preserving your home country or region configuration add a new configuration for each location in which you will use the modem CAUTION To prevent configuring the modem in a way that violates the telecommunications regulations and laws of the country or region you are visiting select the country or re...

Page 64: ...hone line described as a data line fax machine line modem line or standard telephone line is usually an analog line Check for pulse or tone dialing An analog telephone line supports one of 2 dialing modes pulse dialing or tone dialing These dialing mode options are selected in the Phone and Modem Options settings The dialing mode option selected must match the dialing mode supported by the telepho...

Page 65: ...roperties 5 Click Modem 6 Clear the check box for Wait for dial tone before dialing 7 Click OK twice NOTE You must commit these changes in order for them to be saved Refer to Chapter 2 HP Write Filters for additional information Connecting to a local area network Connecting to a local area network LAN requires an 8 pin RJ 45 network cable purchased separately If the network cable contains noise su...

Page 66: ...her end of the cable into a network wall jack 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the RJ 45 network jack 56 Chapter 9 Modem and LAN ...

Page 67: ...rted When using Computer Setup you must use the keys on your computer to navigate and make selections To protect against Use this security feature Unauthorized use of the computer Power on authentication using passwords Administrator passwords User passwords Unauthorized access to Computer Setup f10 Setup password in Computer Setup Unauthorized reset of Computer Setup f10 passwords Stringent secur...

Page 68: ...e following tips for creating and saving passwords When creating passwords follow requirements set by the program Write down your passwords and store them in a secure place away from the computer Do not store passwords in a file on the computer The following tables list commonly used passwords and describe their functions Setting passwords in Windows Windows passwords Function Administrator passwo...

Page 69: ...anently modify the default logon user Setting passwords in Computer Setup Computer Setup passwords Function Setup password Protects access to Computer Setup Power on password Protects access to the computer contents when the computer turns on or restarts Using a setup password The Computer Setup setup password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in Computer Se...

Page 70: ...hen follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts Entering a setup password At the Setup password prompt type your setup password using the same kind of keys you used to set the password and then press enter After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the setup password you must restart the computer and try again Using a power on password The Computer ...

Page 71: ...er the password you must turn off the computer turn it back on and then try again Requiring a power on password at restart In addition to requiring that a power on password be entered each time the computer is turned on you can also require that a power on password be entered each time the computer is restarted To enable and disable this feature in Computer Setup follow these steps 1 Open Computer...

Page 72: ...NOTE Your computer may look different from the illustration The location of the security cable slot varies by model 62 Chapter 10 Security ...

Page 73: ...ons The computer has 4 USB ports A USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the computer NOTE To view the status of the USB ports go to the USB Storage Options utility Refer to Securing USB ports in this chapter for additional information Connecting a USB device CAUTION To prevent damage to a USB connector use minimal force to connect a USB device To connect a USB device to the ...

Page 74: ...ty you can perform the following tasks Enable storage devices Allow read only access to devices Disable storage devices Using the USB Storage Options utility To enable or disable the USB ports follow these steps 1 Select Start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options USB Storage Security Options 2 Select the permissions for the computer and then click OK 64 Chapter 11 Connecting hardware ...

Page 75: ...ll as with other computers The Media Card Reader supports the following digital card formats Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Pro MSP MultiMediaCard MMC MultiMediaCard 4 2 MMC Plus including MMC Plus HC Secure Digital SD Memory Card Secure Digital High Capacity SDHC Memory Card Secure Digital High Speed SDHS Memory Card xD Picture Card XD xD Picture Card XD Type H xD Picture Card XD Type M 65 ...

Page 76: ... card connectors use minimal force to insert a digital card 1 Hold the digital card label side up with the connectors facing the computer 2 Insert the card into the Media Card Reader and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated You will hear a sound when the device has been detected and a menu of available options may be displayed 66 Chapter 12 Using Media Card Reader cards ...

Page 77: ...perating system Copying window To remove a digital card 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar NOTE To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon click the Show hidden icons icon in the notification area 2 Click the name of the digital card in the list 3 Click Stop and then click OK 4 To eject the digital card press in o...

Page 78: ...ons of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association PCMCIA Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your device If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers Install only the device drivers for your operating system Do not install other software such as card services socket services or enablers supplied by the ExpressCard ma...

Page 79: ... insert out of the slot 2 To insert an ExpressCard 1 Hold the card label side up with the connectors facing the computer 2 Insert the card into the ExpressCard slot and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated You will hear a sound when the device has been detected and a menu of available options may be displayed NOTE The first time you insert an ExpressCard a message is displayed in the...

Page 80: ...ndow To remove an ExpressCard 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar NOTE To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon click the Show hidden icons icon in the notification area 2 Click the name of the ExpressCard in the list 3 Click Stop and then click OK 4 Release and remove the ExpressCard a Gently press in on the Exp...

Page 81: ...battery is the only source of power be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes Avoid exposing a drive to liquids Do not spray the drive with cleaning products Remove media from a drive before removing the drive from the drive bay or traveling with shipping or storing a drive If a drive must be mailed place the...

Page 82: ...s message is displayed click No You may need to restart the CD or DVD to resume audio and video playback Inserting an optical disc CD or DVD 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the disc tray 3 Pull out the tray 2 4 Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label side up over the tray spindle NOTE If the tray i...

Page 83: ... the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces NOTE If the tray is not fully accessible tilt the disc carefully as you remove it 3 Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case When the disc tray does not open 1 Insert the end of a paper clip 1 into the release access in the front bezel of the drive 2 Press in ge...

Page 84: ...ns for storing and accessing information A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer USB drives include the following types 1 44 megabyte diskette drive Hard drive module a hard drive with an adapter attached DVD ROM Drive DVD CD RW Combo Drive DVD RW and CD RW Combo Drive DVD RW and CD RW Combo Drive Using optional external devices NOTE For more information abou...

Page 85: ... the user guide that is included with the device Inserting and replacing memory modules The computer has one memory module compartment which is located under the keyboard The memory capacity of the computer can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot WARNING To reduce the risk of e...

Page 86: ...p edge of the keyboard 2 away from the computer 8 If you are replacing a memory module remove the existing memory module a Pull away the retention clips 1 on each side of the memory module The memory module tilts up CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module hold the memory module by the edges only Do not touch the components on the memory module 76 Chapter 14 Hardware upgrades ...

Page 87: ... hold the memory module by the edges only Do not touch the components on the memory module a Align the notched edge 1 of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot b With the memory module at a 45 degree angle from the surface of the memory module compartment press the module 2 into the memory module slot until it is seated CAUTION To prevent damage to the memory module do not bend t...

Page 88: ...snap into place 10 Replace the keyboard by seating the tabs at the lower edge of the keyboard just above the palm rest and laying the keyboard flat 1 Gently slide the keyboard downward until the tabs are under the arm rest 2 11 Replace the keyboard access screws 12 Close the display and replace the battery 78 Chapter 14 Hardware upgrades ...

Page 89: ...13 Reconnect external power and external devices 14 Turn on the computer Inserting and replacing memory modules 79 ...

Page 90: ...isk Flash drive USB hard drive Network controller You can change the order in which the computer searches for a boot device by changing the boot order in Computer Setup You can also press f9 while the F9 Boot device menu message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen when the computer starts up Pressing f9 displays a menu that shows the current boot devices and allows you to select a ...

Page 91: ...arrow keys to select File Save changes and exit Then follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts NOTE To connect a NIC to a Preboot eXecution Environment PXE or Remote Program Load RPL server without using MultiBoot quickly press f12 when the Network Service Boot message appears in the lower right corner of the screen select models only Consider...

Page 92: ...bled at the factory 4 Use the arrow keys to select the order that you prefer in the Boot Order fields 5 To save your preferences and exit Computer Setup use the arrow keys to select File Save changes and exit Then follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts Dynamically choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt To dynamically choose a boot devic...

Page 93: ...erences go into effect when the computer restarts Entering MultiBoot Express preferences When the Express Boot menu displays during startup you have the following choices To specify a boot device from the Express Boot menu select your preference within the allotted time and then press enter To prevent the computer from defaulting to the current MultiBoot setting press any key before the allotted t...

Page 94: ...s displayed in the lower left corner of the screen press f10 Using Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup The information and settings in Computer Setup are accessed from the File Security Diagnostics and System Configuration menus 1 Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer and then pressing f10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower ...

Page 95: ... keys to select File Restore defaults and then press enter 3 When the confirmation dialog box opens press f10 4 To save your preferences and exit Computer Setup use the arrow keys to select File Save changes and exit Then follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts NOTE Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you restor...

Page 96: ...isable the password requirement on computer restart Smart Card Security Enable disable smart cards System IDs Enter a user defined computer asset tracking number and ownership tag Diagnostics menu Select To do this Memory Check Run a comprehensive test on system memory System Configuration menu NOTE Some of the listed System Configuration options may not be supported by your computer Select To do ...

Page 97: ...ter Setup even when a Windows operating system is not running Startup from bootable USB devices including a hard drive diskette drive or optical drive connected by a USB port to the computer Built In Device Options Enable disable embedded WLAN Device Radio Network Interface Controller LAN LAN WAN switching Enable disable Wake on LAN Enable disable the optical disc drive Port Options Enable disable...

Page 98: ...n of compressed air with a straw extension can be used to blow air around and under the keys to loosen and remove debris Traveling and shipping The computer is built to go with you For best results follow the traveling and shipping tips described here To prepare the computer for traveling and shipping follow these steps 1 Back up your information 2 Be sure that the optical drive and ExpressCard sl...

Page 99: ... an 802 11b g a Global System for Mobile Communications GSM or a General Packet Radio Service GPRS device note that the use of these devices may be restricted in some environments Such restrictions may apply onboard aircraft in hospitals near explosives in hazardous locations and so on If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of a particular device ask for authorization to use it...

Page 100: ... display 88 cleaning the keyboard 88 components bottom 8 display 1 front 6 left side 7 right side 7 top 2 wireless antennas 9 Computer Setup Diagnostics menu 86 enabling bootable devices 81 File menu 85 navigating and selecting 84 power on password 60 restoring factory settings 85 Security menu 86 setting boot order 82 setting MultiBoot Express prompt 82 setup password 59 System Configuration menu...

Page 101: ... 44 volume increase 44 volume mute 44 HP Client Automation 25 HP Device Manager 24 HP DHCP Settings Update Client 25 HP Remote Desktop Protocol RDP Multimedia and USB Enhancements 22 HP Session Allocation Manager SAM 22 HP ThinState Capture 26 HP ThinState Deploy 26 HP Virtual Client Essentials 22 HP Write Filters 11 hubs 63 I image capture 26 image deployment 26 increase volume hotkey 44 info but...

Page 102: ... control and light locations 34 power button identifying 4 35 power connector identifying 7 power light identifying 3 35 power on password 86 Print Options window hotkey 30 product name and number computer 9 programs using 46 projector connecting 45 protecting playback 47 protecting the computer 57 public WLAN connection 50 PXE server 81 Q QuickLock hotkey 31 R readable media 36 region codes DVD 4...

Page 103: ...location Manager SAM 22 HP Virtual Client Essentials 22 Remote Desktop Connection 21 TeemTalk Terminal Emulation 22 USB Storage Options 64 User Manager 19 V vent identifying 8 video transmission types 30 volume decrease hotkey 44 volume increase hotkey 44 volume mute hotkey 44 volume adjusting 44 W Web browser hotkey 30 Web site Altiris 26 HP Thin Client Imaging Tool white paper 26 Windows applica...

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