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Hardware Guide

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External Device Connections

Connecting a Standard Device

The jacks and connectors described in this guide support standard
external devices.

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For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to
the documentation included with the device.

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For information about installing or loading any software
required by the device, refer to the device documentation, the
operating system Help files, or the device manufacturer’s
Web site.

To connect a standard external device to the notebook:

1. If you are connecting a powered device, be sure the device is

turned off.

2. Connect the device to a jack or connector on the notebook.

3. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device

power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.

4. Turn on the device.

✎

If a properly connected external monitor or other display device
does not display an image, try pressing the

Fn+F4

hotkeys to

switch the image to the new device.

To disconnect a standard external device from the notebook, turn
off the device (if it is powered), then disconnect the device from
the notebook.

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Summary of Contents for Compaq 800c

Page 1: ...t Number 265656 002 April 2003 This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware features including connectors for external devices It also includes power and environmental specifications which may be helpful when traveling with the notebook ...

Page 2: ...ntal or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material The information in this document is provided as is without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice The warranties for HP products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional ...

Page 3: ...cess Buttons and Keyboard Keys 1 7 Function and Keypad Keys 1 8 Front Panel Components 1 9 Rear Panel Components 1 10 Connectors 1 10 Vent Port and Jacks 1 11 Left Side Components 1 12 Right Side Components 1 13 Underside Components 1 14 Memory and Mini PCI Compartments 1 14 Bay Components 1 15 Vent and Docking Components 1 16 Labels 1 17 Additional Standard Components 1 18 Documentation and Resto...

Page 4: ...sing an External Keypad 2 16 3 Battery Packs Running the Notebook on Battery Power 3 1 Identifying Battery Packs 3 2 Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack 3 3 Inserting or Removing a MultiBay Battery Pack 3 4 Charging a Battery Pack 3 5 Charging a New Battery Pack 3 6 Charging an In Use Battery Pack 3 6 Charging a Primary and a MultiBay Battery Pack 3 6 Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pa...

Page 5: ...ives 4 2 Terms for Drive Media 4 2 Caring for Drives 4 3 Using the IDE Drive Light 4 4 Removing and Inserting a MultiBay Drive 4 5 Using a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 4 5 Removing a Drive from the MultiBay 4 8 Inserting a Drive into the MultiBay 4 10 Inserting and Removing Drive Media 4 11 Inserting a CD or DVD 4 11 Removing a CD or DVD With Power 4 12 Removing a CD or DVD Without Power 4 13 Inser...

Page 6: ...eo Device On and Off 5 9 Changing the Color Television Format 5 10 Finding CD and DVD Software Information 5 11 6 External Device Connections Connecting a Standard Device 6 1 Connecting a USB Device 6 2 Using a USB Device 6 3 Enabling USB Legacy Support 6 3 Linking to an Infrared Device 6 4 Setting Up an Infrared Transmission 6 5 Avoiding Standby While Using Infrared 6 5 Connecting an Optional Cab...

Page 7: ...g a Memory Board 7 5 Replacing the Primary Hard Drive 7 10 Finding Mini PCI and MultiPort Information 7 12 8 Specifications Regulatory Agency Series Numbers 8 1 Notebook Dimensions 8 2 Operating Environment 8 2 Rated Input Power 8 3 Modem Specifications 8 3 Finding More Environmental Information 8 4 Index ...

Page 8: ...onents Display Components 1 Microphone Inputs single channel sound 2 MultiPort Supports an optional USB enabled wireless device such as a Bluetooth MultiPort 802 11b Wireless LAN MultiPort and future wireless technologies 3 Display release latch Opens the notebook ...

Page 9: ...functions such as scroll select and double click 2 Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 3 Scroll button Scrolls up down left or right through most application and Internet browser windows For information about modifying pointing device functions refer in this guide to the Pointing Devices and Keyboard section Setting Pointing Device Preferen...

Page 10: ... Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 3 TouchPad Moves the pointer Can be set to perform additional mouse functions such as scroll select and double click 4 Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse For information about modifying pointing device functions refer in this guide to the Pointing Devices and Keyboard section S...

Page 11: ...Lights 1 AC Adapter light On AC power is being supplied through the AC Adapter 2 Power standby light On Power is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby 3 Battery light On A battery pack is charging Blinking A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low battery condition ...

Page 12: ... On Caps lock is on 3 IDE Integrated Drive Electronics drive light On One of the following drives is being accessed Hard drive in the hard drive bay Optional hard drive Zip drive SuperDisk drive or any type of CD or DVD drive in the MultiBay For more information about using num lock the internal keypad or an external keypad refer in this guide to the Pointing Devices and Keyboard section Keypads ...

Page 13: ...dby briefly press to exit Standby In Hibernation briefly press to exit Hibernation If the system has stopped responding and Windows shut down procedures cannot be used press and hold for 4 seconds to turn off the notebook 3 Volume buttons 2 Adjust mute or restore system volume To mute or restore volume press both volume buttons at the same time This table describes default settings For information...

Page 14: ...s Buttons 4 Provide quick access to Internet or network destinations or to software applications or data files on a drive The icon on each button represents the default destination Buttons can be programmed to different destinations 2 Microsoft logo keys 2 Display Windows Start menu 3 Applications key Displays shortcut menu for item beneath the pointer ...

Page 15: ...n key the function keys F2 through F4 and F7 through F12 perform additional tasks as hotkeys 2 Fn key Combines with other keys to perform system tasks For example pressing the Fn F7 hotkeys decreases screen brightness and pressing the Fn F8 hotkeys increases screen brightness 3 Keypad keys 15 Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad For more information about using hotkeys or keypad...

Page 16: ...Identifying External Hardware Hardware Guide 1 9 Front Panel Components Front Panel Components Stereo speakers 2 Produce stereo sound ...

Page 17: ...connector Connects an optional parallel device such as a printer 2 External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector 3 USB connectors 2 Connect optional USB devices 4 DC power connector Connects an AC Adapter or an optional DC Cable Aircraft Power Adapter or Automobile Power Adapter Charger ...

Page 18: ...rface such as an adjoining optional printer or a fabric such as bedding or clothing to block airflow 2 Infrared port Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA compliant device 3 S video out jack Connects an optional S video device such as a television VCR or camcorder 4 RJ 11 telephone jack Connects the modem cable 5 RJ 45 network jack Connects a network cable A net...

Page 19: ...television or VCR 3 PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32 bit CardBus or 16 bit PC Card 4 PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot 5 MultiBay Supports an optional MultiBay device such as a drive or a battery pack If a MultiBay drive is included with your notebook the drive may ship inside the MultiBay If your notebook did not ship with a drive inside t...

Page 20: ...ty cable to the notebook 2 Vent 1 of 3 Allows airflow to cool internal components ÄTo prevent overheating do not obstruct the vent Do not allow a hard surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a fabric such as bedding or clothing to block airflow 3 Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive 4 Battery bay Holds the primary battery pack ...

Page 21: ... Mini PCI Compartments 1 Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots for PC21000 compliant memory boards As shipped the memory compartment may contain 1 or 2 memory boards 2 Mini PCI peripheral component interconnect compartment Supports an optional mini PCI board such as a modem board A modem board is included with some notebook models ...

Page 22: ...e hard drive bay 2 Battery release latch Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay 3 Battery bay recess Provides a grip area for removing a primary battery pack from the battery bay 4 MultiBay recess Provides a grip area for removing an optional MultiBay device from the MultiBay 5 MultiBay release latch Releases an optional MultiBay device from the MultiBay ...

Page 23: ... Provides airflow to cool internal components ÄTo prevent overheating do not obstruct the vent Using the notebook on a soft surface such as a pillow blanket rug or thick clothing may block airflow 2 Docking latch recesses 2 Help secure the notebook to a port replicator 3 Docking connector Connects the notebook to an optional port replicator ...

Page 24: ...r troubleshoot the operating system 2 Product Information Label Identifies the notebook You will need this number if you call Compaq customer support or download software from the Compaq Web site 3 90W label Indicates the requirement for a 90 watt adapter instead of the 65 watt adapter 4 System label Provides regulatory information about the notebook The appearance and position of labels varies by...

Page 25: ... documentation supplementary software or drives The primary hard drive ships inside the hard drive bay An optional MultiBay drive may ship inside the MultiBay Documentation and Restore CDs Additional Standard Components Documentation and Restore CDs 1 Documentation Library CD Includes the following guides Hardware Guide Software Guide Modem and Networking Modem Command Guidelines Advanced Users On...

Page 26: ...cal outlet 2 Modem cable Connects the modem to an RJ 11 telephone jack or to a country specific modem adapter The modem cable has a 6 pin RJ 11 telephone connector at each end 3 Network cable select models only Connects the notebook to an Ethernet network jack The network cable has an 8 pin RJ 45 network connector at each end Power cords vary in appearance by region ...

Page 27: ...egion as required Adapts the modem cable to a non RJ 11 telephone jack 3 Japan specific outlet adapter Japan only Connects the AC Adapter to a 2 prong electrical outlet 4 Spare pointing stick cap dual device models only Replaces a worn pointing stick cap 5 Weight saver may ship in MultiBay Can replace an optional MultiBay device to protect the MultiBay and reduce notebook weight AC Adapters vary i...

Page 28: ...ntinues to move after you release the TouchPad wait a few seconds and the cursor will stop moving Use the left 2 and right 3 TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse Use the arrows on the scroll button 4 as you would the arrows on the scroll bars on the edges of windows The scroll button moves the viewing area up down right and left in Internet browser windows ...

Page 29: ... direction you want to move the cursor To increase or decrease cursor speed increase or decrease the directional not downward pressure on the pointing stick If the cursor continues to move after you release the pointing stick wait a few seconds and the cursor will stop moving Use the right 2 and left 3 pointing stick buttons as you would the right and left buttons on an external mouse Using the To...

Page 30: ...nts through the operating system To enable or disable dual device components 1 Access the Mouse Properties window In Windows 2000 Professional select Start Settings Control Panel Mouse icon In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse icon 2 Select the Advanced Features tab 3 In the Devices list select the device you want to enable or d...

Page 31: ...chPad tapping which enables you to tap the TouchPad once to select an object or twice to double click an object Edge motion which enables you to continue to scroll even though your finger has reached the edge of the TouchPad Palm Check which helps prevent moving the cursor unintentionally if your palms contact the TouchPad as you type Other features such as mouse trails and mouse speed preferences...

Page 32: ... Hotkeys Identifying Hotkeys Hotkeys are preset combinations of the Fn key 1 and one of the function keys 2 The icons on the function keys F2 through F4 and F7 through F12 represent the hotkey functions available on your notebook Identifying hotkeys ...

Page 33: ...y briefly press the second key of the command then release both keys simultaneously To use hotkeys on an external keyboard press the scroll lock key twice then the second key only of the hotkey combination For example to use the Fn F8 hotkeys to increase screen brightness press scroll lock scroll lock F8 Default Function Hotkey Turn a device in the MultiPort on or off Fn F2 Initiate Standby Fn F3 ...

Page 34: ... off When a device in the MultiPort is off press the Fn F2 hotkeys to turn the device on When a device in the MultiPort is on press the Fn F2 hotkeys to turn the device off To send or receive messages turn the device on To conserve power turn the device off The status light on the MultiPort device is on when power is on and off when power is off Identifying the MultiPort status light ...

Page 35: ...ion press F1 2 Use the arrow keys to select the Security menu then press enter 3 Use the arrow keys to select Device Security then press enter 4 Select MultiPort Fn F2 The status of the device in the MultiPort is displayed at the bottom of the screen 5 To change the status of the device in the MultiPort press the Fn F2 hotkeys The device in the MultiPort will remain in whichever status is selected...

Page 36: ...of the Fn F3 hotkeys refer on this CD to the Software Guide Power section Switch Image Fn F4 The Fn F4 hotkeys switch the image among display devices connected to the notebook For example if an external monitor is connected to the notebook pressing Fn F4 switches the image among the notebook display the external monitor display and a simultaneous display on both the notebook and the external monit...

Page 37: ... If an audio CD is inserted into the CD drive press the Fn F9 hotkeys to play the CD If an audio CD is playing in the CD drive press the Fn F9 hotkeys to pause the CD If you have paused an audio CD in the CD drive by pressing the Fn F9 hotkeys press the Fn F9 hotkeys again to resume the play Stop an Audio CD Fn F10 If an audio CD is playing in the CD drive press the Fn F10 hotkeys to stop the CD P...

Page 38: ...vices are set up each button opens your default Web browser and connects you to the default destination represented by the icon on the button Identifying the Easy Access buttons Button Name Default Assignment 1 Internet Opens your default Web browser to a personal Web page you can customize 2 Email Opens your default email application 3 Search Launches a search Web page that helps you find destina...

Page 39: ... then follow the instructions on the screen Learning More About Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player application is a feature of the operating system Instructions for using Windows Media Player are provided on this CD in the Software Guide CD and DVD Software and in the Windows Media Player Help file To access the Help file open the Windows Media Player window then select Help on the menu...

Page 40: ...on assignments within that scheme are active Button assignments and schemes are set up changed or deleted in the Easy Access buttons window To access the Easy Access buttons window In Windows 2000 Professional select Start Settings Control Panel Easy Access Keyboard icon In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Easy Access Buttons icon Fo...

Page 41: ...pad Using the Internal Keypad The notebook keyboard contains 15 keys that can be used like the keys on an external keypad When the internal keypad is turned on each key on the internal keypad performs the functions indicated by the icon in the upper right corner of the key The standard functions of the internal keypad keys can still be accessed while the keypad is turned on Identifying the interna...

Page 42: ...e notebook or the num lock key on an external keypad to turn the internal keypad off The num lock light 2 turns on under 2 conditions The internal keypad is on or An optional external keypad with num lock turned on is connected to the system The internal keypad cannot be turned on while an optional external keypad is connected to the PS 2 connector on an optional port replicator Identifying the Fn...

Page 43: ...ctions Using an External Keypad Most keys on most external keypads function differently when num lock mode is on than when num lock mode is off For example When num lock mode is on most keypad keys type numbers When num lock mode is off most keypad keys function like arrow page up or page down keys When num lock mode on an external keypad is turned on the num lock light on the notebook turns on Wh...

Page 44: ... To open Computer Setup turn on or restart the notebook then press F10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen To change the language press F2 For navigation instructions press F1 2 Use the arrow keys to select Advanced Device Options then press enter 3 Select or clear the Num Lock State at Boot field To start up an external keypad with num lock mode turn...

Page 45: ... the notebook will switch to battery power if the AC Adapter is disconnected from the notebook Whether to leave a battery pack in the notebook or in storage depends on how you work Keeping a battery pack in the notebook enables the battery pack to charge whenever the notebook is connected to external AC power and also protects your work in case of a power outage On the other hand a battery pack in...

Page 46: ...y in the battery bay One primary battery pack is included with the notebook A MultiBay battery pack 2 is an optional 8 cell prismatic lithium ion battery pack that can be used only in the MultiBay For information about the lights and button on a MultiBay battery pack refer to Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack later in this section Identifying a primary and a MultiBay battery pack ...

Page 47: ...r turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack To insert a battery pack slide the battery pack into the battery bay until it is seated 1 To remove a battery pack slide and hold the battery release latch 2 toward the rear of the notebook as you pull the battery pack from the battery bay 3 To exit Hibernation briefly press the power button Inserting or removing a primary battery pack ...

Page 48: ... MultiBay until it is seated 1 To remove a battery pack slide and hold the MultiBay release latch 2 toward the front of the notebook as you pull the battery pack from the MultiBay 3 To exit Hibernation briefly press the power button Inserting or removing a MultiBay battery pack ÄCAUTION To prevent damage to the MultiBay when no device is in the MultiBay insert the weight saver to protect the bay o...

Page 49: ...ter can be used to run the notebook but cannot be used to charge a battery pack Battery packs charge whether or not the notebook is in use but charge faster when the notebook is off Charging may be delayed if a battery pack is new has not been used for 2 weeks or more or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature While a battery pack is charging the battery light on the notebook is on The ligh...

Page 50: ...n Use Battery Pack To prolong battery life and increase the accuracy of battery charge displays Allow a battery pack to discharge to 10 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it When you charge a battery pack charge it fully Charging a Primary and a MultiBay Battery Pack If a primary battery pack is inserted into the battery bay and a MultiBay battery pack is inserted into the...

Page 51: ...ack instead of simply charging it For calibration instructions refer to Calibrating a Battery Pack later in this section Displaying Charge Information on the Screen Accessing Charge Displays To access information about the status of any battery pack in the notebook Select the Power Meter icon on the taskbar or Access the Power Meter tab To access the Power Meter tab In Windows 2000 Professional se...

Page 52: ... battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide power at the current level For example the time remaining will decrease if you start playing a DVD and will increase if you stop playing a DVD Most charge displays identify battery packs by location Location 1 is the battery bay Location 2 is the MultiBay In some displays a lightening bolt icon may be displayed beside a battery pack location T...

Page 53: ... battery packs do not To display the percent of a full charge remaining in a MultiBay battery pack press the Quick Check button 1 on the battery pack The Quick Check lights 2 on the battery pack indicate the charge remaining in the battery pack as shown in the following table Identifying the button and lights on a MultiBay battery pack Indication Percent of a Full Charge Remaining 4 lights on 76 t...

Page 54: ...low battery condition is not resolved the notebook enters a critical low battery condition 1 percent of a full charge In a critical low battery condition If Hibernation is enabled and the notebook is on or in Standby the notebook initiates Hibernation If Hibernation is disabled and the notebook is on or in Standby the notebook remains briefly in Standby then shuts down and loses your unsaved work ...

Page 55: ...e Plug an optional Aircraft Power Adapter into the notebook and into the in seat power supply available on some commercial aircraft An optional Aircraft Power Adapter can run the notebook but cannot charge a battery pack When a Charged Battery Pack Is Available Turn off the notebook or initiate Hibernation insert a charged battery pack while the notebook is off or in Hibernation then turn on the n...

Page 56: ...e first use How to Calibrate Calibration requires 3 steps 1 Fully charge the battery pack 2 Fully discharge the battery pack 3 Fully recharge the battery pack Charging the Battery Pack You can charge the battery pack while the notebook is in use or off but the battery pack will charge faster while the notebook is off To charge the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack into the notebook 2 Connect ...

Page 57: ...n off automatically Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically while the notebook is idle System initiated Standby will not occur System initiated Hibernation will not occur until the battery has discharged to a critical low battery condition To fully discharge a battery pack 1 When the battery light turns off indicating that the battery pack is fully charged access the Power Schemes tab In ...

Page 58: ... until the battery pack is fully recharged The battery light turns off You can use the notebook while the battery pack is recharging but the battery pack will charge faster if the notebook is off 2 If the notebook is off turn it on when the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light turns off 3 Access the Power Schemes tab In Windows 2000 Professional select Start Settings Control Panel P...

Page 59: ...ot using that are not connected to an external power source Stop or remove a PC Card you are not using Remove a CD or DVD you are not using Use the Fn F7 and Fn F8 hotkeys to quickly lower and raise screen brightness as you need it Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers or use the volume buttons to quickly raise and lower system volume as you need it Turn off a device conne...

Page 60: ... 2000 Professional select Start Settings Control Panel Display Screen Saver tab In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional select Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display icon Screen Saver tab Follow the instructions on this CD in the Software Guide Power section to In the operating system select a Power Scheme with low power use settings In SpeedStep select the Battery Optimized mode ...

Page 61: ...pack place it in a cool dry place Use the following table to estimate how long you can safely store a battery pack The storage times provided are based on a battery pack that contains 50 percent of a full charge A fully charged battery pack can be safely stored for longer times a battery pack containing a lower charge can be safely stored for less time Calibrate a battery pack that has been stored...

Page 62: ... information call the telephone number listed for your location in the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer In Europe dispose of or recycle battery packs by using the public collection system or by returning them to Compaq your authorized Compaq partners or their agents In other regions refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the notebook to contact...

Page 63: ...information about connecting a USB drive refer in this guide to the External Device Connections section Connecting a USB Device For information about PC Cards refer to the Hardware Upgrades section Using PC Cards The notebook contains 2 drive bays The hard drive bay supports only a 9 5 mm hard drive Any hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive The MultiBay supports a 9 5 mm hard ...

Page 64: ...sk drives Disk drives are often used to store or transport data The notebook can read or write to any MultiBay disk drive A diskette drive is sometimes called a floppy disk drive floppy drive or FDD Optical drives include CD and DVD drives Optical drives are used to store or transport data and to play music and movies DVD drives have the higher capacity The notebook can read or write to optical dr...

Page 65: ...utions 1 Discharge yourself from static electricity before handling a drive by touching a grounded metal object and 2 Avoid touching the connectors on a drive For more information about preventing electrostatic damage refer on this CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide Excessive force can damage drive connectors When you insert a drive use only enough pressure to seat the drive Handle a dr...

Page 66: ...4 4 Hardware Guide Drives Using the IDE Drive Light The IDE Integrated Drive Electronics light turns on when any type of drive except a diskette drive is being accessed Identifying the IDE drive light ...

Page 67: ... in the MultiBay A hard drive assembly a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay adapter is inserted into and removed from the MultiBay the same way as any other MultiBay drive Inserting a Hard Drive into a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1 To open the adapter slide the switches on the left side of the adapter toward the front and rear of the adapter Sliding the selection switches on the adapter ...

Page 68: ...wer the drive into the adapter 1 then slide the drive connectors on the drive toward the drive connectors in the adapter 2 until the connectors engage and the drive is seated Inserting a hard drive into a MultiBay hard drive adapter ...

Page 69: ...are Guide 4 7 Removing a Hard Drive from a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1 Slide the adapter release latches on the front and rear of the adapter toward the outside of the adapter Sliding the adapter release latches ...

Page 70: ...ive before you remove it To stop the drive In Windows 2000 Professional select the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the taskbar then select the drive you plan to remove A message is displayed when it is safe to remove the drive In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar then select the drive you plan to remove A message is displayed when it ...

Page 71: ... drive assembly a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter out of the MultiBay 2 When a drive or drive assembly is correctly removed from the MultiBay the notebook beeps 3 times ÄCAUTION To prevent damage to the MultiBay when no device is in the MultiBay insert the weight saver to protect the bay opening The weight saver can be inserted or removed while the notebook is on off in Stan...

Page 72: ...n No other type of drive requires an adapter 2 With the connectors 1 on the drive or drive assembly a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter facing into the MultiBay slide the drive or drive assembly into the MultiBay until it is seated 2 When a drive or drive assembly is correctly inserted into the MultiBay the notebook beeps 3 times Inserting a hard drive assembly into the MultiB...

Page 73: ...d until it is fully extended 2 3 Position a CD or one sided DVD over the tray label side up 4 Gently press the disc onto the tray spindle 3 until the disc snaps into place Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc to position it over the tray spindle then press it downward into position 5 Close the media tray 4 Inserting a CD or DVD in...

Page 74: ...utward until it is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray 3 by gently pushing down on the spindle while pulling up on the outer edges of the disc If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc as you remove it Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces 4 Close the media tray 5 Place the disc in a protective case Removing a CD or DVD from an optical drive when power is avai...

Page 75: ...ip into the release access 1 in the front bezel of the drive 2 Press gently on the paper clip until the media tray is released then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray 3 If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc as you remove it Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces 4 Close the media tray 5 Place the disc in a protective case ...

Page 76: ...il it clicks into place The media eject button extends when the medium is correctly inserted Identifying the media eject button on a diskette drive Removing a Diskette or Disk To remove a diskette or disk from a diskette SuperDisk or Zip drive 1 Press the media eject button on the drive to eject the medium 2 Pull the medium from the drive 3 Place the medium in a protective case ...

Page 77: ... while a medium is in use 1 Briefly press the power button to exit Standby or Hibernation 2 Restart the notebook For more information about Standby and Hibernation refer on this CD to the Software Guide Power section Displaying Media Contents Autorun sometimes called autoplay or auto insert notification is a feature of the operating system Autorun displays the contents of a drive medium on the scr...

Page 78: ...ced button If Play is displayed in boldface type Play autorun is enabled on the drive If Play is displayed in plain type Play autorun is disabled To change the autorun setting select Play or Play then select the Set Default button 5 Select the OK button In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional 1 Double click the My Computer icon on the Desktop 2 Right click a drive 3 Select Properties AutoPla...

Page 79: ... notebook uses to identify the drive To display the drive designation of every drive in the system double click the My Computer icon on the desktop Caring for Drive Media ÄCAUTION To prevent damage to drive media Do not open the metal shutter of a diskette or touch the disk within the diskette case Do not expose a disk or diskette to a strong magnetic field such as the security field used by a wal...

Page 80: ...he types of CDs and DVDs supported by the notebook is included with the notebook In addition you can use security utilities to disable or partially disable most drives A MultiBoot feature enables advanced users to set the notebook to start from a specified medium or device For information about using drive software refer on this CD to the Software Guide ...

Page 81: ...in some applications For information about application volume features refer to the application documentation Using the Volume Buttons To adjust volume using the volume buttons To decrease volume press the decrease volume button 1 To increase volume press the increase volume button 2 To mute or restore volume press both buttons at the same time Identifying the volume buttons ...

Page 82: ... 1 Select Start Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Sounds and Audio Devices 2 Select the Volume tab 3 Select the check box for Place Volume Icon in the Task Bar 4 Select the OK button To adjust volume using the volume control icon select the icon on the taskbar then To increase or decrease volume click the slide bar then drag it upward or downward To mute or restore volume select or cle...

Page 83: ...play sound in stereo from applications the operating system games drive media the Internet and other sources If an external device such as a headset is connected to the audio out jack sometimes called the line out jack the internal speakers are disabled Identifying the internal speakers ...

Page 84: ... Video Using the Internal Microphone The internal microphone has a standard sensitivity of 45 decibels For best sound quality use the internal microphone only while the notebook display is open Identifying the internal microphone ...

Page 85: ...single sound channel monaural external microphone The microphone built into the notebook is the internal microphone The audio out jack 2 sometimes called the line out jack connects a headset headphones or powered stereo speakers It is also used to connect the audio functions of an audio video device such as a television or VCR Identifying audio jacks ...

Page 86: ...chieved When an external microphone is connected to the notebook the internal microphone is disabled Using the Audio Out Jack ÅWARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before putting on headphones or a headset ÄCAUTION To prevent possible damage to an external device do not plug a single sound channel monaural plug into the audio out jack When connecting a device to the audi...

Page 87: ...l port replicator supports any video device with a composite video in jack 2 An S video connection usually provides a higher quality image than a composite video connection ÄCAUTION To prevent video malfunctions do not connect external video devices to both the S video out jack on the notebook and the composite video out jack on a port replicator at the same time If video devices are connected to ...

Page 88: ...f the cable into the audio input not the audio output jack on the external device Connecting the Video To transmit video signals through the S video out jack you will need a standard S video cable available from most television computer or electronics retailers Plug either end of the S video cable into the notebook S video out jack Plug the other end of the cable into the video input not the video...

Page 89: ...isplays tab In Windows 2000 Professional select Start Settings Control Panel Double click the Display icon select the Settings tab press the Advanced button then select the ATI Displays tab In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional select Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes icon Display icon Select the Settings tab press the Advanced button then select the ATI Displays tab The 3 methods ...

Page 90: ...n any notebook To change the color television format 1 Access the ATI Displays tab In Windows 2000 Professional select Start Settings Control Panel Double click the Display icon select the Settings tab press the Advanced button then select the ATI Displays tab In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional select Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes icon Display icon Select the Settings tab pr...

Page 91: ...DVD Software Information All the software you need to play copy or create audio and video CDs and DVDs is included with the notebook For information about using audio and video software refer on this CD to the Software Guide CD and DVD Software section ...

Page 92: ...facturer s Web site To connect a standard external device to the notebook 1 If you are connecting a powered device be sure the device is turned off 2 Connect the device to a jack or connector on the notebook 3 If you are connecting a powered device plug the device power cord into a grounded electrical outlet 4 Turn on the device If a properly connected external monitor or other display device does...

Page 93: ...rt replicator or to other USB devices Hubs support varying numbers of USB devices and are used to increase the number of USB devices in the system Powered hubs must be connected to external power Unpowered hubs must be connected either to a USB connector on the notebook or to a port on a powered hub The USB connectors support USB 2 0 and earlier devices Some USB devices may require additional supp...

Page 94: ...rt is set in Computer Setup Computer Setup is a non Windows utility For more information about using Computer Setup refer on this CD to the Software Guide Setup and Diagnostic Utilities section 1 To open Computer Setup turn on or restart the notebook then press F10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen To change the language press F2 For navigation inst...

Page 95: ... per second Mbps The infrared port supports low speed connections up to 115 kilobits per second Kbps as well as high speed connections up to 4 Mbps Infrared performance may vary with the performance of infrared peripherals the distance and angle between infrared devices and the applications used Infrared signals are sent through an invisible beam of infrared light and require an unobstructed line ...

Page 96: ...ore than 15 degrees off center Shield the ports from direct sunlight flashing incandescent light and energy saving fluorescent light Be sure that no signals from a remote control or other wireless device such as a cell phone aims at either port During the transmission do not move either device and do not allow objects or movement to disrupt the beam Avoiding Standby While Using Infrared Standby is...

Page 97: ...ecurity Information For information about modem or network connections refer on this CD to the Modem and Networking guide For information about modem commands including instructions for using them refer on this CD to the Modem Command Guidelines Advanced Users Only guide For information about using a wireless communication device refer to the documentation included with the device For more informa...

Page 98: ...ipping and Travel guide Using PC Cards A PC Card is a credit card sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association PCMCIA The notebook supports both 32 bit CardBus and 16 bit PC Cards PC Cards can be used to add modem sound card memory storage and digital camera functions to the notebook PC Smart Card Reader and biome...

Page 99: ...rivers for your operating system Do not install other software such as card services socket services or enablers that may also be supplied by the PC Card manufacturer Inserting a PC Card ÄCAUTION To prevent damage to the PC Card connectors Use minimal pressure when inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot Do not move or transport the notebook while a PC Card is inserted 1 Hold the PC Card label sid...

Page 100: ...you are not using it 1 To stop a PC Card In Windows 2000 Professional select the Unplug or Eject icon on the taskbar then select the PC Card In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar then select the PC Card To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon select the Show Hidden Icons icon on the taskbar 2 To release the PC Card press the PC Card ...

Page 101: ...rnation file To display the amount of RAM in the system In Windows 2000 Professional select Start Settings Control Panel System General tab In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System General tab To display the amount of free space on your hard drive Double click the My Computer icon on the desktop then select your hard drive Informat...

Page 102: ...packs before installing a memory board ÄCAUTION To prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging electronic components Before beginning this procedure discharge yourself of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object For more information about preventing electrostatic damage refer on this CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide 1 Be sure that you have followed the instructions in ...

Page 103: ...7 6 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades 5 Turn the notebook underside up 6 Loosen the screw that secures the memory compartment cover 1 then tilt up and remove the cover 2 Opening the memory compartment ...

Page 104: ...a memory board a Pull away the retention clips on each side of the board 1 The board tilts upward b Grasp the edges of the memory board then gently pull it out of the memory slot 2 c To protect a removed memory board place it in an electrostatic safe container Removing a memory board ...

Page 105: ...board a Align the keyed notched edge of the board with the keyed area in either slot 1 b Press the board into the slot from a 45 degree angle until it is seated 2 c Push the board downward until the retention clips snap into place 3 Inserting a memory board ...

Page 106: ...e 7 9 8 Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the notebook 1 9 Tilt the cover downward until it is seated 2 10 Tighten the screw that secures the cover to the notebook 3 Closing the memory compartment ...

Page 107: ...notebook before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay Do not remove the hard drive while the notebook is on in Standby or in Hibernation To verify that the notebook is off and not in Hibernation briefly press the power button If your work returns to the screen shut down the notebook 1 Save your work 2 Shut down the notebook and close the display 3 Turn the notebook underside up 4 Remove ...

Page 108: ... remove a hard drive pull the drive out of the bay Removing a primary hard drive from the hard drive bay 6 To insert a hard drive slide the hard drive into the bay until the drive is seated Inserting a primary hard drive into the hard drive bay ...

Page 109: ...nformation about installing removing or operating a mini PCI or MultiPort device refer to the documentation included with the device If your notebook shipped with an installed mini PCI or MultiPort device this documentation is included with the notebook For information about the light on a MultiPort device turning a MultiPort device on and off with hotkeys or enabling or disabling a MultiPort devi...

Page 110: ... agencies worldwide use agency series numbers for product identification Each approved product displays the assigned agency series number To ensure continued safe and reliable operation use the notebook only with the products listed below Product Agency Series Number Notebook PP2130 Port Replicator PR1000 PR1005 Battery pack PB2130 A PB2130 B PB2130 C AC Adapter PPP009x where x may be any alphanum...

Page 111: ...idth 12 9 in 32 7 cm Depth 10 5 in 26 75 cm Factor U S Metric Temperature Operating 50 to 95 F 10 to 35 C Nonoperating 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 90 5 to 95 Maximum altitude unpressurized Operating 10 000 ft 3 048 m Nonoperating 30 000 ft 9 144 m ...

Page 112: ...nt 1 7 0 85 A RMS Operating frequency range 50 to 60 Hz AC When powered by a DC source 18 5V MAX This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vms Factor Specification Temperatures Operating 32 to 167 F 0 to 75 C Storage 40 to 167 F 40 to 75 C Relative Humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Storage 5 to 95 102 F 5 to 95 39 C Inter...

Page 113: ...ing the notebook to environmental extremes For similar information about storing battery packs refer in this guide to the Battery Packs section Storing a Battery Pack For general information about traveling with the notebook including tips for traveling with the notebook by air refer on this CD to the Maintenance Shipping and Travel guide ...

Page 114: ...on key 1 7 applications See software audio devices connecting external 5 4 6 1 audio out jack 5 5 Automobile Power Adapter Charger optional connecting 3 11 connector for 1 10 tasks supported by 3 5 autorun autoplay auto insert notification 4 15 B battery bay device supported 3 2 identifying 1 13 inserting battery pack into 3 3 release latch 1 15 removing battery pack from 3 3 battery charge inform...

Page 115: ...itching to and from 3 1 See also battery packs Battery Quick Check 3 9 battery release latch 1 15 bay See battery bay compartment hard drive bay MultiBay MultiPort beeps MultiBay drive insertion 4 10 MultiBay drive removal 4 9 biometric identification PC Cards optional 7 1 Bluetooth optional location 1 1 MultiPort status light 2 7 turning on and off 2 7 board memory 7 4 mini PCI 1 14 modem 1 14 br...

Page 116: ...ia drive CD drive optional avoiding Standby and Hibernation while using 4 15 defined 4 2 IDE drive light 1 5 inserting CD into 4 11 inserting into MultiBay 4 10 locations supported 4 1 removing CD from power available 4 12 removing CD from power unavailable 4 13 removing from MultiBay 4 8 See also drives CD RAM drive optional CD ROM drive optional defined 4 2 supported 4 1 See also CD drive option...

Page 117: ...5 inserting 4 11 removing 4 12 See also CD DVD media drive disc drive defined 4 2 locations supported 4 1 See also CD drive optional drives DVD drive optional discharge sequence 3 6 disk drive optional avoiding Standby and Hibernation while using 4 15 defined 4 2 See also drives SuperDisk drive optional Zip drive optional disk diskette avoiding Standby and Hibernation while playing 4 15 defined 4 ...

Page 118: ...edia for defined 4 2 playing media in 4 15 replacing with weight saver 1 20 shipping 4 3 supported 4 1 types and terms defined 4 2 USB 6 2 See also specific types of drives dual device See pointing device s DVD avoiding Standby and Hibernation while playing 4 15 displaying contents of 4 15 inserting 4 11 removing power available 4 12 removing power unavailable 4 13 See also media drive DVD drive o...

Page 119: ...ve See diskette drive optional Fn key using in hotkeys 2 5 using with internal keypad keys 2 14 freeze system 1 6 function keys F1 F2 etc 1 8 2 5 H hard disk drive See hard drive hard drive defined 4 2 displaying amount of free space on 7 4 displaying amount of space required by Hibernation file 7 4 IDE drive light 1 5 inserting into hard drive bay 7 10 inserting into MultiBay 4 10 inserting into ...

Page 120: ... 6 Quick Reference to commands 2 6 hotkeys commands decrease brightness 2 10 increase brightness 2 10 initiate Standby 2 9 play next on audio CD 2 10 play or pause audio CD 2 10 play previous on audio CD 2 10 Quick Reference to 2 6 stop audio CD 2 10 switch image 2 9 turn MultiPort device on or off 2 7 See also hotkeys hub USB 6 2 humidity specifications 8 2 I IDE Integrated Drive Electronics ligh...

Page 121: ... disablesnumerickeypadon notebook 2 14 entering hotkeys commands from 2 6 USB 6 3 L label Certificate of Authenticity 1 17 serial number 1 17 system 1 17 LAN Local Area Network wireless 802 11b location 1 1 MultiPort agency approvals label 1 1 MultiPort status light 2 7 turning on or off with hotkeys 2 7 language choosing in Computer Setup 2 17 latch es battery release 1 15 display release 1 1 doc...

Page 122: ... and terms 4 2 memory board inserting or removing 7 5 boards supported 7 4 displaying amount of 7 4 slots available 7 4 microdrive PC Cards optional 7 1 microphone jack 5 5 microphone external optional connecting 5 6 6 1 microphone jack 5 5 microphone internal 5 4 Microsoft Internet Explorer 2 12 Microsoft logo keys 1 7 mini PCI peripheral component interconnect compartment 1 14 modem board 1 14 c...

Page 123: ... N network cable 1 19 destinations assigning Easy Access buttons to 2 11 Modem and Networking guide 1 18 RJ 45 jack 1 11 NTSC color television format 5 10 number s agency series 8 1 Product Key 1 17 serial 1 17 numeric keypad on notebook 2 14 O operating environment specfications 8 2 operating system Internet Seup wizard 2 11 Product Key number 1 17 optical drive See disc drive Outlook Express 2 1...

Page 124: ...rated input 8 3 switching between AC and battery 3 1 See also battery power power button 1 6 power connector DC 1 10 power cord 1 19 Power Meter Windows 3 7 power standby light 1 4 primary battery pack defined 3 2 See also battery packs battery power primary hard drive defined 4 1 See also drives hard drive Product Key number 1 17 projector overhead See overhead projector optional PS 2 connector o...

Page 125: ...em 3 15 Outlook Express 2 11 Power Meter Windows 3 7 Software Guide 1 18 SpeedStep Windows 2000 Professional 3 16 Windows Media Player 2 11 speakers external optional audio out jack 5 5 connecting 5 6 6 1 speakers internal stereo 5 3 specifications notebook 8 1 SpeedStep Windows 2000 Professional 3 16 Standby avoiding while playing media 4 15 avoiding while using infrared 6 5 exiting 1 6 2 9 initi...

Page 126: ...obile Power Adapter Charger optional 3 11 battery pack temperature considerations 3 17 Maintenance Shipping and Travel guide 1 18 operating environment specifications 8 2 Troubleshooting guide 1 18 Type I II and III PC Cards 7 1 U USB devices connecting 6 2 drive defined 4 2 legacy support 6 3 utilities See software V VCR optional 6 1 audio out jack 5 5 connecting 5 6 6 1 switching image to 2 9 ve...

Page 127: ... 11 wireless LAN Local Area Network 802 11b optional location 1 1 MultiPort agency approvals label 1 1 MultiPort status light 2 7 turning on and off 2 7 Z Zip drive optional defined 4 2 IDE drive light 1 5 inserting disk into 4 14 inserting into MultiBay 4 10 locations supported 4 1 removing disk from 4 14 removing from MultiBay 4 8 See also drives zoomed video 7 1 ...

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