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Hardware

Hardware and Software Guide

1–5

Lights

Component

Description

Caps lock light

On: Caps lock is on.

Num lock light

On: Num lock or the numeric keypad is on.

Wireless light

On: An integrated wireless device has been
turned on (select models only).

Summary of Contents for Compaq NX9600

Page 1: ...ware features available on your notebook Modem and wireless device information is not included in this guide For wireless device information refer to the printed Go Wireless booklet included with your notebook select models only and to the wireless device guides on the Notebook Documentation CD For modem information refer to the Modem and Networking guide on the Notebook Documentation CD ...

Page 2: ...ained herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products 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 Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Business Noteb...

Page 3: ...Components 1 8 Connectors Jacks and Ports 1 8 Vent 1 9 Left Side Components 1 10 Connectors Jacks and Components 1 10 Vent 1 11 Right Side Components 1 12 Bottom Components 1 14 Bays and Memory Compartment 1 14 Vents 1 15 Additional Standard Components 1 16 Cables and Cord 1 17 Adapters and Battery Pack 1 18 Labels 1 19 Restoration and Documentation Discs 1 20 ...

Page 4: ...y 3 3 Hibernation 3 4 Shutdown 3 5 Initiating Standby Hibernation or Shutdown 3 6 When Leaving Your Work 3 6 When External Power Supply Is Uncertain 3 6 When Using Drive Media 3 7 Using Default Power Settings 3 8 Identifying Power Controls and Indicators 3 8 Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off 3 9 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 3 10 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 3 11 Initiating or...

Page 5: ...ce 4 3 Identifying the Audio Jacks 4 3 Using the Microphone Jack 4 4 Using the Headphone Jack 4 4 Connecting an S Video Device 4 5 Connecting the Audio 4 5 Connecting the Video 4 6 Displaying a Video Image 4 6 Changing the Color Television Format 4 7 Using Multimedia Software 4 8 Selecting Multimedia Applications 4 9 InterVideo WinDVD Player 4 10 Creating CDs 4 13 Creating DVDs Using InterVideo Wi...

Page 6: ...Software 5 17 Critical Security Updates for Windows XP 5 18 Firewall Software 5 19 Optional Security Cable 5 20 6 Hardware Options and Upgrades External Devices 6 1 Connecting a Monitor or Projector 6 2 Connecting a USB Device 6 2 Using a USB Device 6 3 Connecting a 1394 Device 6 4 Using a PC Card 6 5 Selecting a PC Card 6 5 Configuring a PC Card 6 5 Inserting a PC Card 6 6 Stopping and Removing a...

Page 7: ... Disc 7 10 Removing an Optical Disc With Power 7 11 Removing an Optical Disc Without Power 7 12 Playing an Optical Disc 7 13 Boot Order 7 15 HP USB Digital Drive Select Models Only 7 16 Installing an Optional SD Memory Card 7 17 Inserting an Optional Digital Drive into the Digital Drive Bay 7 18 Removing an Optional Digital Drive from the Digital Drive Bay 7 19 Connecting a Digital Drive to a USB ...

Page 8: ...nt 9 8 Repairing or Reinstalling the Operating System 9 9 Repairing the Operating System 9 10 Reinstalling the Operating System 9 11 Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software 9 12 Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System 9 13 Using the Setup Utility 9 13 Opening the Setup Utility 9 14 Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility 9 14 Restoring Setup Utility Default Settings 9 16 Ex...

Page 9: ...ardware This chapter identifies the visible hardware features of your notebook To find out how to use a feature such as hotkeys or to find out about a general topic such as Standby or Hibernation refer to the other chapters in this guide ...

Page 10: ...Left and right TouchPad buttons 2 Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 4 TouchPad left right scroll zone Scrolls left or right 5 TouchPad up down scroll zone Scrolls up or down 6 TouchPad button Enables disables the TouchPad This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of TouchPad features refer to Setting TouchPad Preferences in Chapt...

Page 11: ...hotkeys For more information refer to Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference in Chapter 2 2 fn key Combines with other keys to perform system tasks and activates hotkeys For example pressing fn f8 increases screen brightness 3 Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu 4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer 5 Keypad keys 17 Standard numeric keypad ...

Page 12: ...me from Standby In Hibernation briefly press to restore from Hibernation If the system has stopped responding and Microsoft Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used press and hold the power standby button for at least 4 seconds to turn off the notebook This table describes default settings For information about changing the function of the power standby button or display switch refer to Managing...

Page 13: ...tware Guide 1 5 Lights Component Description 1 Caps lock light On Caps lock is on 2 Num lock light On Num lock or the numeric keypad is on 3 Wireless light On An integrated wireless device has been turned on select models only ...

Page 14: ...ns Component Description 1 Volume down button Decreases system volume 2 Volume up button Increases system volume 3 Volume mute button Mutes or restores system volume 4 Wireless button Turns the wireless network device on and off select models only ...

Page 15: ...3 Wireless light On An integrated wireless device has been turned on select models only 4 Power standby light On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby 5 IDE Integrated Drive Electronics light On Internal hard drive or optical drive is being accessed 6 Battery light On Battery pack is charging Blinking Battery pack has reached a low battery condition ...

Page 16: ...pter 2 USB port Connects an optional 1 1 or 2 0 compliant USB device 3 S Video out jack Connects an optional S Video device such as a television VCR camcorder projector or video capture card 4 External monitor port Connects an optional VGA external monitor or projector 5 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook ...

Page 17: ...ponent Description Exhaust vent Provides airflow to cool internal components Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct vents Do not allow a hard surface such as a printer or a soft surface such as a pillow blanket rug or thick clothing to block airflow ...

Page 18: ...icrophone jack Connects an optional monaural microphone 3 Audio out headphone jack Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers Also connects the audio function of an audio video device such as a television or VCR 4 Optical drive Supports an optical disc 5 Optical drive release button Opens the optical drive The type of optical drive such as a DVD CD RW Combo Drive varies by model ...

Page 19: ...ponent Description Exhaust vent Provides airflow to cool internal components Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct vents Do not allow a hard surface such as a printer or a soft surface such as a pillow blanket rug or thick clothing to block airflow ...

Page 20: ... MultiMediaCard x D Picture Card and SmartMedia 2 PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot 3 PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32 bit CardBus or 16 bit PC Card 4 ExpressCard slot Supports an optional ExpressCard 5 Digital drive bay Supports an optional HP USB Digital Drive 6 Digital drive eject button Ejects an optional HP USB Digital Drive from the d...

Page 21: ...modem jack Connects a modem cable RJ 45 network jack Connects a network cable Network cable not included q Expansion port 2 Connects to an optional notebook expansion product For more information refer to Expansion Port Input Output Signals in Appendix A The notebook has only one expansion port The term expansion port 2 describes the type of expansion port Component Description ...

Page 22: ... compartment Contains 2 memory slots Depending on the model when the notebook is shipped either one or both memory slots are filled with a replaceable memory module 2 Battery pack release latch Releases a battery pack from the battery bay 3 Battery bay Holds a battery pack 4 Hard drive bay Holds the internal hard drive ...

Page 23: ... Component Description Vents 8 Provide airflow to cool internal components Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct vents Do not allow a hard surface such as a printer or a soft surface such as a pillow blanket rug or thick clothing to block airflow ...

Page 24: ...al Standard Components The components included with the notebook vary by region country notebook model and the optional hardware ordered The following sections identify the standard external accessories and components included with most notebook models ...

Page 25: ...y specific modem adapter A modem cable has a 6 pin RJ 11 telephone connector at each end 2 Power cord Connects the AC adapter to an AC outlet 3 Network cable not included Connects the notebook to a network jack A network cable has an 8 pin RJ 45 network connector at each end Power cord and modem cables vary in appearance by region and country ...

Page 26: ... may vary Component Description 1 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power 2 Country specific modem adapter included by region as required Adapts the modem cable to a non RJ 11 telephone jack 3 Battery pack Provides power to the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power ...

Page 27: ...em The system label provides regulatory information about the notebook The product identification label contains the serial number of the notebook and a code describing the original configuration of the notebook You will need the notebook serial number if you call customer support The modem approvals label which is located inside the hard drive cover provides regulatory information Wireless certif...

Page 28: ...k For information about restoring repairing or reinstalling software refer to Chapter 9 Software Updates Restorations and Utilities For supplementary information about the notebook refer to the Notebook Documentation CD which includes this guide and the following guides Maintenance Shipping and Travel Troubleshooting Modem and Networking Regulatory and Safety Notices Safety and Comfort Guide Help ...

Page 29: ...Hardware and Software Guide 2 1 2 Keyboard This chapter provides information about the features of your notebook keyboard including the TouchPad hotkeys and shortcut keys and Quick Launch buttons ...

Page 30: ... Left and right TouchPad buttons 2 Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 4 TouchPad left right scroll zone Scrolls left or right 5 TouchPad up down scroll zone Scrolls up or down 6 TouchPad button Enables disables the TouchPad This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of TouchPad features see the Setting TouchPad Preferences section ...

Page 31: ...he same click functions as the left and right buttons of an external mouse To scroll slide your finger along a scroll zone in the direction you want to scroll Sliding your finger from the TouchPad region to a scroll zone without first lifting your finger from the TouchPad region will not activate the scrolling region To enable or disable the TouchPad press the TouchPad button When the TouchPad is ...

Page 32: ... device preferences Select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys Hotkeys and shortcut keys are preset combinations of the fn key with other keys on the keyboard A hotkey is a combination of the fn key and one of the function keys A shortcut key is a combination of the fn key and a key other than a function key ...

Page 33: ...rdware and Software Guide 2 5 Identifying fn and Function Keys The icons on the function keys f1 through f12 represent the hotkey functions available on the notebook Component Description 1 Function keys 2 fn key ...

Page 34: ...ombination Display system information fn esc Open Help and Support window fn f1 Open print options window fn f2 Open Web browser fn f3 Switch notebook display and external display fn f4 Initiate Standby fn f5 Initiate QuickLock fn f6 Decrease display brightness fn f7 Increase display brightness fn f8 Play pause or resume an audio CD or DVD fn f9 Stop an audio CD or DVD fn f10 Play the previous tra...

Page 35: ...briefly press the second key of the hotkey command and then release both keys at the same time Hotkey and Shortcut Key Commands Display System Information fn esc Press fn esc to display information about system hardware components and software version numbers Press fn esc a second time to remove the system information from the screen When viewing system information the system BIOS date is the vers...

Page 36: ...your Web browser After you have set up your Internet or network services and your Web browser home page you can use the fn f3 hotkey for quick access to your home page and the Internet Switch Display fn f4 The fn f4 hotkey switches the screen image between display devices connected to the external monitor port or the S Video out jack on the notebook For example if an external monitor is connected ...

Page 37: ...optional HP notebook expansion product Initiate Standby fn f5 The fn f5 hotkey is set by default to initiate Standby Standby can be initiated only while the notebook is on If the notebook is in Hibernation you must restore from Hibernation before you can initiate Standby To restore from Hibernation briefly press the power standby button To resume from Standby briefly press the power standby button...

Page 38: ...ck feature you must set a Windows user password or Windows administrator password For instructions refer to the Help and Support Center by selecting Start Help and Support To initiate QuickLock press fn f6 To exit QuickLock enter your Windows user password or Windows administrator password Decrease Screen Brightness fn f7 The fn f7 hotkey decreases notebook screen brightness Hold down the hotkey t...

Page 39: ...sume the play of the disc Playing press the fn f9 hotkey to pause the play of the disc Stop an Audio CD or DVD fn f10 The fn f10 hotkey stops the play of an audio CD or DVD Play Previous Track of an Audio CD or DVD fn f11 The fn f11 hotkey plays the previously played track of an audio CD or DVD that is playing Play Next Track of an Audio CD or DVD fn f12 The fn f12 hotkey plays the next track of a...

Page 40: ...2 12 Hardware and Software Guide Keyboard Keypad The numeric keypad consists of 17 keys that can be used like the keys on an external keypad ...

Page 41: ...id potential discomfort or burns do not block the air vents or use the notebook on your lap for extended periods The notebook complies with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment IEC 60950 The notebook can run on internal power from a battery pack or on external power from an AC adapter and other devices T...

Page 42: ... supplied through the following devices AC adapter Optional HP notebook expansion product Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the notebook External power supplied through AC adapter Optional HP notebook expansion product Install or modify system software or write to a CD External power supplied through AC adapter Optional HP notebook expansion product ...

Page 43: ...When Standby is initiated your work is saved in random access memory RAM and the screen is cleared ÄCAUTION To avoid a complete battery discharge do not leave your notebook in Standby for extended periods Connect to an external power source if your notebook will be unused for extended periods Saving your work before initiating Standby is not usually necessary but it is a recommended precaution Whe...

Page 44: ...Media Card xD Picture Card or MultiMediaCard Hibernation takes a snapshot of the current system memory saves it to the hard drive and then shuts down the notebook When you restore from Hibernation your work returns to the screen exactly as you left it When possible save your work before initiating Hibernation to prevent loss of data Do not change the notebook configuration during Hibernation If yo...

Page 45: ...ons Hibernate tab 2 Be sure the Enable Hibernation check box is selected Hibernation is not displayed as a power option in the Power Options window if it has been disabled Shutdown Shutdown procedures turn off the notebook Whether to leave a battery pack in the notebook or in storage depends on how you work Leaving the battery pack in the notebook enables the battery pack to charge whenever the no...

Page 46: ...otebook on Your work returns quickly to the screen when you resume from Standby Initiating Hibernation clears the screen and uses much less power than Standby Returning to work saved in Hibernation takes longer than returning to work saved in Standby but is faster than returning to your place manually after restarting the notebook To extend the life of the battery pack when the notebook will be un...

Page 47: ...media such as a CD or DVD is in use You may see the warning message Putting the computer into Hibernation or Standby may stop the playback Do you want to continue Select No Audio and video may resume or you may need to restart the disc If Standby or Hibernation are initiated and no warning message is displayed restore from Hibernation or Standby and then restart the disc Restore from Hibernation b...

Page 48: ...y on or off You can change many of these settings according to your preferences If you want to change the default settings see the Managing Power Options section later in this chapter Identifying Power Controls and Indicators Standby Hibernation shutdown and display procedures use the following controls and indicators 1 Power standby button 2 Initiate Standby hotkey fn f5 3 Power standby light ...

Page 49: ...ns Then Press the power standby button and then follow the on screen instructions if displayed for shutting down the notebook or Shut down the notebook through the operating system using one of the following procedures Select Start Turn Off Computer Turn Off Press the Windows logo key and then select Turn Off Computer Turn Off The power standby light is turned off The operating system is shut down...

Page 50: ...indows shutdown procedure try the following emergency shutdown procedures in the sequence provided Press ctrl alt delete Select the Shut Down button and then select Shut down from the list Press and hold down the power standby button for at least 4 seconds Unplug the notebook from external power and remove the battery pack For battery pack removal instructions see the Replacing a Battery Pack sect...

Page 51: ...ery power the system initiates Standby after 10 minutes of notebook inactivity default setting If the notebook is running on external power the system does not initiate Standby Change power settings and timeouts in the Power Options window The power standby light blinks The screen is cleared Resume from user initiated or system initiated Standby Perform one of the following actions Press the power...

Page 52: ...bled If the notebook is running on battery power the system initiates Hibernation after 30 minutes of notebook inactivity or when the battery pack reaches a critical low battery condition If the notebook is running on external power the system will not initiate Hibernation Change power settings and timeouts in the Power Options window The power standby light is turned off The screen is cleared Res...

Page 53: ...y closing the display Accessing the Power Options Window To change the function of the power standby button the fn f5 hotkey or the display switch 1 Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Advanced tab To change the power standby button function select a function from the list When I press the power standby button on my computer To change the function of the fn f5 hotk...

Page 54: ...to display the Power Options window To hide or show the Power Meter icon on the taskbar 1 Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Advanced tab 2 Select or clear the check box Always show icon on the taskbar 3 Select OK If you cannot see an icon you have placed on the taskbar the icon may be hidden Select the arrow or vertical bar on the taskbar and expand it to view ic...

Page 55: ...rval that you specify To set a power scheme 1 Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes tab 2 Select the power scheme you wish to modify and adjust options in the lists on the screen 3 Select Apply Setting a Standby Password Prompt You can add a security feature that prompts you for your Windows user password when the notebook resumes from Standby To set a ...

Page 56: ...ights Battery pack procedures refer to the front panel lights shown below Component Description 1 Power standby light On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby 2 Battery light On The battery pack is charging Blinking The battery pack has reached a low battery condition ...

Page 57: ...d also protects your work in case of a power outage On the other hand a battery pack in the notebook slowly discharges even when the notebook is powered off To prolong battery life remove and store the battery pack if the notebook will be unused for 2 weeks or more For more information see the Storing a Battery Pack section later in this chapter Charging a Battery Pack The battery pack charges whe...

Page 58: ...ack will reduce the need for battery calibration Displaying Charge Information To display battery charge information on the screen Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Meter tab Power Meter displays battery status in both percent and time The percent indicates the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack The time indicates the approximate running time re...

Page 59: ...ower source for the notebook reaches a low battery condition 5 percent of a full charge the battery light blinks Critical Low Battery Condition If a low battery condition is not resolved the notebook enters a critical low battery condition 3 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...

Page 60: ...ble To resolve a low battery condition when a charged battery pack is available turn off the notebook or initiate Hibernation insert a charged battery pack and then turn on the notebook When No Power Source Is Available To resolve a low battery condition when no power source is available initiate Hibernation or save your work and shut down the notebook When the Notebook Cannot Exit Hibernation To ...

Page 61: ...e battery pack has been unused for one month or more How to Calibrate To calibrate a battery pack you must fully charge fully discharge and then fully recharge the battery pack Charging the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack while the notebook is in use To charge the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack into the notebook For instructions see the Replacing a Battery Pack section later in this c...

Page 62: ...ck 1 Select the power icon on the taskbar or select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes tab 2 Make a note of all settings in the Plugged In column and all settings in the Running On Batteries column so you can reset them after calibration 3 Use the lists to set each item in both columns to Never 4 Select OK 5 Disconnect the notebook from the external power s...

Page 63: ...ted until the battery pack is fully recharged and the battery light is turned off You can use the notebook while the battery pack is recharging but the battery pack will charge faster if the notebook is turned off 2 Select the Power icon on the taskbar or select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes tab 3 Reenter the settings you recorded for the items in the ...

Page 64: ...f discharge rate of a stored battery pack To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack keep 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 longer Temperature Range C Temperature Range F Safe Sto...

Page 65: ...ed into an external power source Stop or remove a PC Card you are not using For more information refer to Using a PC Card in Chapter 6 Disable or remove a digital card SD Memory Card SD I O Card MultiMediaCard Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro xD Picture Card or SmartMedia you are not using Lower screen brightness Lower system volume Turn off a device connected to the S Video out jack If you leave you...

Page 66: ...y pack that is the only power source initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack To replace the battery pack 1 Turn the notebook upside down To remove a battery pack slide the battery pack release latch 1 The battery pack tilts upward Then pull the battery pack out of the battery bay 2 ...

Page 67: ...attery pack insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the alignment slot on the notebook 1 and then tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place 2 2 To restore from Hibernation or to turn on the notebook press the power standby button ...

Page 68: ...ttery pack to high temperatures above 60 C 140 F Replace only with the HP battery pack approved for this notebook N When a battery pack has reached the end of its useful life do not dispose of the battery pack in general household waste Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for computer battery pack disposal In Europe dispose of or recycle battery packs by using the public collection ...

Page 69: ...er sources If an external device such as a headset is connected to the headphone jack the internal speakers are disabled Using the Volume Controls Adjust volume with the volume buttons on the notebook You can also adjust volume using the controls in your operating system and in some multimedia applications The volume mute button on the notebook overrides all software volume settings ...

Page 70: ... the mute light on the volume mute button is turned on When volume is restored the mute light is turned off To access the operating system volume controls Select Start Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Sounds and Audio Devices Volume tab To access additional sound quality settings such as balance select the Advanced button under Device volume To display a volume icon on your taskbar se...

Page 71: ...io Device Identifying the Audio Jacks The notebook has 2 audio jacks The microphone jack 1 sometimes called the audio in jack connects an optional monaural microphone The headphone jack 2 sometimes called the audio out jack connects headphones or external stereo speakers ...

Page 72: ...ensitivity may not be achieved Using the Headphone 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 monaural single sound channel plug into the headphone jack The headphone jack is also used to connect the audio functions of an audio video device such as a televisi...

Page 73: ...es audio and video functions such as playing a DVD movie on your notebook and displaying it on your television you will need a standard 3 5 mm audio cable available from most computer or electronics retailers To connect the audio cable 1 Plug the stereo end of the audio cable into the notebook headphone jack 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the audio input jack on the external device ...

Page 74: ...ther end of the cable into the S Video input connector on the external device 3 If the image is not displayed on your external device restart the notebook Displaying a Video Image To display an image on the notebook display or a video device display both the notebook and the video device must be turned on To switch the image between the notebook display and the video device display Press the fn f4...

Page 75: ...China Russia and Africa and the PAL M format is common in Brazil Other South American and Central American countries may use NTSC PAL or PAL M To change the color television format 1 Select Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Settings tab 2 Select the Advanced button ATI Displays tab 3 Select the TV button Format tab 4 Select a television format a To select a format by name select Fo...

Page 76: ...luded with your notebook Most multimedia applications include a Help file you can access from the application menu bar or from an icon in the application directory Some applications also include tutorials You can obtain HP customer support for any multimedia application included with your notebook Some CDs and DVDs contain third party player software such as PCFriendly If you insert a disc that co...

Page 77: ...es Sonic RecordNow can be used to back up data or audio CDs and DVDs transfer audio files from a CD to a hard drive and create audio CDs InterVideo WinDVD Player can be used to play DVDs or video CDs Windows MovieMaker can be used to create and edit home movies using basic drag and drop procedures InterVideo WinDVD Creator can be used to create edit and copy movies to a DVD or video CD or to prese...

Page 78: ... been uninstalled and you insert a DVD that contains a third party player program you are prompted to install that third party player program If you prefer to use WinDVD Player decline the third party player installation close the installation window and reinstall WinDVD Player To reinstall WinDVD Player 1 Select Start All Programs Software Setup A setup wizard loads and a list of applications is ...

Page 79: ...nging the region setting see the Changing DVD Region Settings section later in this chapter To play a DVD or video CD 1 Insert the DVD or video CD into the optical drive 2 Assign WinDVD to play the video If the Microsoft Windows XP AppPicker window is displayed select Play video by using WinDVD If the Microsoft Windows XP AppPicker window is not displayed select Start All Programs InterVideo WinDV...

Page 80: ...lp protect copyrights internationally You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your optical drive If the region code on a DVD does not match the region setting on your drive a Playback of content from this region is not permitted message is displayed when you insert the DVD To play the DVD you must change the region setting on you...

Page 81: ...ormation concerning the features of the CD creation utility or their use refer to the documentation included with the utility Preparing to Use the CD Creation Utility ÄCAUTION To prevent loss of work and damage to a CD or DVD Before writing to a disc connect the notebook to a reliable external power source Do not write to a disc while the notebook is running on battery power Before writing to a di...

Page 82: ...ot been finalized For more information about choosing media for use with the CD creation utility refer to the documentation included with the utility Responding to the UDF Prompt The first time you insert a CD into an optical drive you may be prompted to install Universal Disk Format UDF Reader UDF Reader is preinstalled on select notebook models If UDF Reader is installed on your notebook a CD cr...

Page 83: ...reator ÄCAUTION To prevent loss of work and damage to a DVD Before writing to a DVD connect the notebook to a reliable external power source Do not write to a DVD while the notebook is running on battery power Before writing to a DVD close all open applications including screen savers and antivirus software except InterVideo WinDVD Creator Do not copy directly from a DVD to another DVD or from a n...

Page 84: ...that provide erasable recording DVD RW In order to write data to a DVD you must use a blank DVD R disc or a DVD RW disc on which the format has not been finalized For more information about choosing media for use with WinDVD Creator select Help on the WinDVD Creator menu bar Creating DVDs To open InterVideo WinDVD Creator Select Start All Programs InterVideo WinDVD Creator InterVideo WinDVD Creato...

Page 85: ...m a variety of risks Depending on your environment some security features may be unnecessary It is recommended that you follow the procedures in this chapter for using Antivirus software Windows updates Firewall software In addition to the Windows operating system security measures the following table may help you decide which other security features to use Most of these security features can be c...

Page 86: ... other system identification information HP administrator password Unauthorized removal of the notebook Security cable slot used with an optional security cable For more information on the security cable slot refer to the Optional Security Cable section in this chapter This security feature is configured in the Setup utility The Setup utility is a non Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when ...

Page 87: ...e fn f6 hotkey initiates the operating system QuickLock security feature QuickLock protects your notebook by displaying the operating system log on screen While the log on screen is displayed the notebook cannot be accessed until a Windows user password or Windows administrator password is entered Before you can use the QuickLock feature you must set a Windows user password or Windows administrato...

Page 88: ... and your HP administrator password you cannot start up the notebook or restore from Hibernation Call Customer Care or your authorized service partner for additional information If you forget your HP administrator password you will not be able to access the Setup utility If you forget the DriveLock password the hard drive is permanently locked and can no longer be used For instructions refer to th...

Page 89: ...h as screen saver passwords refer to Start Help and Support HP Passwords Function HP administrator password Protects access to the Setup utility Power on password Used to access the notebook during startup and when you restart the notebook DriveLock password Used to access drives protected by DriveLock at startup Windows Passwords Function Administrator password Protects Windows administrator leve...

Page 90: ...rd before resuming from Standby a Windows password not a power on password must be entered to resume from Standby The same word or series of letters or numbers used for an HP password can be used for another HP password or for a Windows password with the following considerations The text of HP passwords can be any combination of up to 8 letters and numbers and is not case sensitive An HP password ...

Page 91: ...he HP password in the Setup utility and the Windows password in your operating system Although their names are similar an HP administrator password and a Windows administrator password have different functions For example a Windows administrator password cannot be used to access the Setup utility and an HP administrator password cannot provide administrator level access to your notebook contents Y...

Page 92: ...ator password Is not interchangeable with a Windows administrator password although both can use the same word or series of letters or numbers Does not display as it is set entered changed or deleted Must be set and entered with the same type keys For example an HP administrator password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it with embedded numeric keypad number keys C...

Page 93: ... in the lower left corner of the screen 4 Use the arrow keys to select Security Administrator Password and then press enter To set an HP administrator password type your password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter To change an HP administrator password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field type the new password in the Enter New P...

Page 94: ... it is set entered changed or deleted Must be set and entered with the same type keys For example a power on password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it with embedded numeric keypad number keys Can include any combination of up to 8 letters and numbers and is not case sensitive Setting Power On Passwords A power on password is set changed or deleted in the Setup u...

Page 95: ... Current Password field type the new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter To delete a power on password type the current password in the Enter Current Password field press enter 3 times and then press f10 5 To save your preferences and exit the Setup utility press f10 and then follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences are set when you...

Page 96: ...You can delete a DriveLock password by removing DriveLock protection from the drive The owner of the DriveLock password should be the system administrator or day to day user of the protected hard drive When you start the notebook from a hard drive protected with DriveLock and your power on password and DriveLock password are identical you will be prompted to enter only a power on password instead ...

Page 97: ...ress enter 8 To confirm DriveLock protection on the drive you have selected type DriveLock in the confirmation field and then press f10 9 Press enter to continue 10 To save your preferences and exit the Setup utility press f10 and then follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences are in effect when the notebook restarts Entering DriveLock Passwords Each time you restart the notebook you ...

Page 98: ...ning on or restarting the notebook Press f10 while Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 4 Use the arrow keys to select Security DriveLock Password and then press enter 5 Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 6 Type the new password in the Enter New Password field and then press enter 7 Type the new password in the Confirm Ne...

Page 99: ...tup utility by turning on or restarting the notebook Press f10 while Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 4 Use the arrow keys to select Security DriveLock Password and then press enter 5 Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 3 times Pressing enter at each of the remaining password fields indicates that you are removing not ...

Page 100: ... Open the Setup utility by turning on or restarting the notebook Press f10 while Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 4 Select Security Device Security and then enter your preferences 5 Use the arrow keys to select an item Then To disable an item press f5 or f6 to toggle the field for the item to Disable and then press enter To reenble an item press f5 or f6 to toggle ...

Page 101: ...s software can detect most viruses destroy them and in most cases repair damage they have caused To provide protection against newly discovered viruses antivirus software must be updated Norton AntiVirus is preinstalled on the notebook For information about using and updating the Norton AntiVirus software Select Start All Programs Norton AntiVirus Help and Support For more information about comput...

Page 102: ...tical Security Updates for Windows XP disc may have been included with your notebook to provide additional updates delivered after the computer was configured Throughout the life of the computer Microsoft will continue to update the operating system and make these updates available on their Web site To update your system using the Critical Security Updates for Windows XP disc 1 Insert the disc int...

Page 103: ...ing the firewall To protect your privacy it is recommended that you use firewall software Your notebook comes with preinstalled firewall software Refer to the online Help in the firewall software application for additional information Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games interfere with printer or file sharing on a network or block authorized e mail attachments To ...

Page 104: ...Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents These deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen To install a security cable 1 Loop the security cable around a secured object 2 Insert the security cable lock into the security cable slot ...

Page 105: ...Security Hardware and Software Guide 5 21 3 Turn the key counter clockwise 1 remove the key 2 and keep it in a safe location To remove the security cable reverse the procedure above ...

Page 106: ...ired by the device refer to the documentation included with the device To connect a standard external device to the notebook 1 If you are connecting a powered device turn off the device 2 Connect the device to the 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 To disconnect a standard external dev...

Page 107: ...a USB keyboard mouse drive printer scanner or hub to the notebook or optional HP expansion product A hub is a connecting device that can be either powered or unpowered USB hubs can be connected to a USB port on the notebook and to other USB devices Hubs can support several USB devices Powered hubs must be connected to external power Unpowered hubs must be connected either to a USB port on the note...

Page 108: ... To use a USB device plug the device into one of the 4 USB ports on your notebook Legacy USB 1 1 support is enabled by default This supports a USB keyboard or hub connected to a USB port on the notebook during startup before Windows loads or in a non Windows application or utility ...

Page 109: ...to the notebook Scanners digital cameras and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection You may need to load device specific drivers and other software before using some 1394 devices For information about device specific software refer to the device documentation or to the Web site of the device manufacturer or provider The notebook 1394 port illustrated below supports IEEE 1394a devices ...

Page 110: ...era functions to the notebook Selecting a PC Card A Type I or Type II PC Card can be used Type III PC Cards and Zoom Video PC Cards are not supported Configuring a PC Card ÄCAUTION If you install all of the software or any of the enablers provided by a PC Card manufacturer you may not be able to use other PC Cards If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install dev...

Page 111: ...to the PC Card connectors Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot Do not move or transport the notebook while a PC Card is inserted 1 Press the PC Card eject button 1 to extend the button and then press the button again to release the PC Card slot cover 2 Remove the PC Card slot cover 2 ...

Page 112: ...Hardware Options and Upgrades Hardware and Software Guide 6 7 3 Hold the PC Card label side up with the connectors facing the notebook 4 Gently slide the card into the slot until the card is seated ...

Page 113: ...Close all applications and complete all activities that are supported by the PC Card 2 To stop a PC Card select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar and then select the PC Card To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar click the arrow icon for Show Hidden Icons 3 To release the PC Card press the PC Card eject button 1 to extend the button and then press the button again t...

Page 114: ...with higher performance and scalability and is designed to conform to the standard specifications of the PCMCIA To support a broad range of applications ExpressCards come in 2 sizes ExpressCard 34 and ExpressCard 54 The ExpressCard slot on your notebook supports either size Component Description 1 ExpressCard 34 2 ExpressCard 54 ...

Page 115: ...an ExpressCard manufacturer you may not be able to use other ExpressCards If you are instructed by the documentation included with your ExpressCard 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 that may also be supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer ...

Page 116: ...vent damage to the ExpressCard connectors Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard into the ExpressCard slot Do not move or transport the notebook while an ExpressCard is inserted 1 Firmly press and quickly release the ExpressCard cover to eject it 1 2 Slide the ExpressCard cover out of the slot 2 ...

Page 117: ...6 12 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Options and Upgrades 3 Hold the ExpressCard label side up with the connectors facing the notebook 4 Gently slide the card into the slot until the card is seated ...

Page 118: ...n use conserves power 1 Close all applications and complete all activities that are supported by the ExpressCard 2 To stop an ExpressCard select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar and then select the ExpressCard To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar click the arrow icon for Show Hidden Icons 3 Firmly press and quickly release the ExpressCard to eject it 1 4 Slide th...

Page 119: ...iMediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Pro MS P SmartMedia SM xD Picture Card XD Digital card formats consist of flash memory cards that provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing and SD I O cards that provide extended input output functions such as wireless LAN and digital TV Tuner devices These cards are often used with digital media equipped cameras and PDAs as well as other n...

Page 120: ...ide 6 15 Using the Digital Media Slot Light The Digital Media Slot light is turned on when an inserted digital card is being accessed The Digital Media Slot light is turned off when inserted digital card is inactive or when the Digital Media Slot is empty ...

Page 121: ... minimal force when inserting a digital card into a Digital Media Slot Do not move or transport the notebook while digital cards are inserted 1 Hold the card label side up with the connectors facing the notebook 2 Gently slide the card into the Digital Media Slot until the card is seated The card will extend slightly beyond the edge of the notebook ...

Page 122: ...ities that are supported by the card such as a data transfer and close all applications 2 To stop a digital card select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar and then select the digital card To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar click the arrow icon for Show Hidden Icons 3 Pull the card out of the slot ...

Page 123: ...d from the Digital Media Slot To restart the card remove and then reinsert it For instructions see the Inserting Digital Cards and Removing Digital Cards sections earlier in this chapter Increasing Memory You can increase the amount of RAM random access memory in the notebook with an approved optional memory module Each notebook memory slot supports one 256 MB 512 MB 1024 MB or 2048 MB DDR2 SODIMM...

Page 124: ...erify that your hard drive has enough free space for the larger hibernation file To display the amount of RAM in the system Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System General tab To display the amount of free space on your hard drive a Select My Computer b Right click the hard drive c Select Properties To display the amount of space required by the hibernation file Select Start ...

Page 125: ...nplug the power cord and remove the battery pack before installing a memory module ÄCAUTION To prevent damage to 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 to the Electrostatic Discharge section of the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the No...

Page 126: ...des Hardware and Software Guide 6 21 5 Remove the battery pack if inserted For instructions refer to Replacing a Battery Pack in Chapter 3 6 Remove the memory compartment screw 1 7 Lift and remove the memory compartment cover 2 ...

Page 127: ...ry module To remove a memory module a Pull away the retention clips on each side of the module 1 The module tilts upward b Grasp the edges of the module and gently pull the module out of the memory slot 2 c To protect a memory module after removal place it in an electrostatic safe container ...

Page 128: ...Align the keyed notched edge of the module with the keyed area in the memory slot 1 b With the module at a 45 degree angle from the surface of the memory compartment press the module into the memory slot until it is seated 2 c Press the module down until the retention clips snap into place 3 ...

Page 129: ...Align and lower the memory compartment cover onto the notebook 1 10 Reinsert and tighten the memory compartment screw 2 11 Replace the battery pack if you removed a battery pack at the beginning of this procedure reconnect external power and then restart the notebook ...

Page 130: ...VD CD RW Combo Drive support DVDs and or CDs DVDs and CDs often called discs are used to store or transport data and to play music and movies DVDs have a higher capacity than CDs The notebook can read or write to optical drives as described in the following table For more information see the Optical Drive section later in this chapter Optical Drive Read CD and DVD ROM Write to CD RW Write to DVD R...

Page 131: ...nly section later in this chapter An optional external drive can be added to the system by connecting it to one of the USB Universal Serial Bus or 1394 ports on the notebook Additional data storage can be added with digital cards including SD Memory Cards MultiMediaCards Smart Media xD Picture Card Memory Sticks and Memory Stick Pro For more information refer to Using Digital Cards in Chapter 6 ...

Page 132: ... electrostatic damage to the notebook or a drive Discharge yourself from static electricity before handling a drive by touching a grounded metal object and Avoid touching the connectors on a drive For more information about preventing electrostatic damage refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices on the Notebook Documentation CD Avoid exposing a hard drive to devices with magnetic fields Security...

Page 133: ...and Software Guide Drives Hard Drive This section discusses the primary hard drive of the notebook Identifying the IDE Light The IDE light is turned on when the internal hard drive or optical drive is being accessed ...

Page 134: ... down the notebook Disconnected the notebook from external power and removed the battery pack 1 Save your work and close all open applications 2 Back up the data on your hard drive if desired For back up information and instructions select Start Help and Support 3 Shut down the notebook If you are unsure whether the notebook is off or in Hibernation turn the computer on and then shut it down throu...

Page 135: ...7 6 Hardware and Software Guide Drives 8 Remove the 4 hard drive retaining screws from the hard drive bay 1 9 Remove the hard drive cover 2 ...

Page 136: ...Drives Hardware and Software Guide 7 7 10 Using the handle unseat the hard drive by sliding the hard drive towards the edge of the notebook 1 and then remove it from the hard drive bay 2 ...

Page 137: ...7 8 Hardware and Software Guide Drives 11 To install a hard drive lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay 1 and then slide the hard drive away from the notebook edge until it is fully seated 2 ...

Page 138: ...Drives Hardware and Software Guide 7 9 12 Lower the hard drive cover onto the hard drive bay 1 13 If you have installed a hard drive reinsert the 4 hard drive retaining screws 2 ...

Page 139: ...se button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray and then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 3 Position a CD or one sided DVD over the tray label side up 4 Gently press the center of 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...

Page 140: ... tray and then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while pulling up on the outer edges of the disc 3 Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc as you remove it 4 Close the media tray 5 Place the disc in a protective case ...

Page 141: ...like the end of a paper clip 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 and then pull the tray out until it is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while pulling up on the outer edges of the disc 3 Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces If the media tray i...

Page 142: ...book can play the disc display its contents take no action or display a response prompt on the screen You can choose how the notebook responds to the insertion of a disc by using the operating system AutoPlay feature When AutoPlay is enabled in most cases your notebook responds to the following procedures as described To prevent an audio CD from opening when AutoPlay is enabled on the drive contai...

Page 143: ... is accidentally initiated during playback You may see the warning message Putting the computer into Hibernation or Standby may stop the playback Do you want to continue Select No Audio and video may resume or you may need to restart the disc If Standby or Hibernation are initiated and no warning message is displayed restore from Hibernation or Standby and then restart the disc Restore from Hibern...

Page 144: ...otebook starts up from the internal hard drive You can set the notebook to start up from any bootable CD or DVD in the optical drive A bootable CD or DVD contains files needed by the notebook to start up and operate properly You can also boot from a diskette drive or flash device connected to a USB port on your notebook Set startup preferences in the Setup utility The Setup utility is not a Window...

Page 145: ... music video or data files A digital drive can be connected to the digital drive bay or to the USB port with the USB digital drive cable either retracted or extended An SD Memory Card must be inserted into a digital drive before you can use it with your notebook Depending on your notebook model you may or may not have an SD Memory Card You can purchase an SD Memory Card from a computer or electron...

Page 146: ...Guide 7 17 Installing an Optional SD Memory Card To install an optional SD Memory Card into the optional HP USB Digital Drive 1 Remove the cap from the digital drive 2 Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD slot of the digital drive ...

Page 147: ...onal Digital Drive into the Digital Drive Bay To insert the optional digital drive into the digital drive bay 1 Ensure that you have installed an SD Memory Card into the digital drive 2 Gently insert the digital drive label side up into the digital drive bay ...

Page 148: ...ive from the Digital Drive Bay To remove the optional digital drive from the digital drive bay 1 Press the digital drive release button to extend the button and then press the button again to eject the digital drive 1 2 Remove the digital drive from the digital drive bay 2 ...

Page 149: ...be connected to a USB port on your notebook with the USB cable either retracted or extended To connect the digital drive to a USB port with the cable retracted 1 Ensure that you have installed an SD Memory Card into the digital drive 2 Insert the USB connector on the digital drive into a USB port on your notebook ...

Page 150: ...re and Software Guide 7 21 To connect the digital drive with the USB cable extended 1 Rotate the USB cable until it is fully extended 2 Insert the USB connector on the digital drive into a USB port on your notebook ...

Page 151: ...type prior to connecting your phone line All notebook models include an RJ 11 modem jack and a preinstalled high speed 56K modem A modem cable with RJ 11 connectors at each end is included If you purchased a notebook with an internal modem in a country where RJ 11 telephone jacks are not standard a country specific modem adapter is included with the notebook For best performance connect to any Int...

Page 152: ...k to a digital line can permanently damage the modem Immediately disconnect your modem cable if accidentally connected to a digital line ÄCAUTION Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble RJ 11 telephone jacks but are not compatible with the modem A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line For more information on connecting and configuring your modem refer to the Modem and Networking g...

Page 153: ...etwork speeds up to 10 Mbps when connected to a 10BASE T network 100 Mbps when connected to a 100BASE TX network and 1000 Mbps when connected to a 1000BASE TX network Connecting a Network Cable For information on connecting a network cable not included refer to the Modem and Networking guide on the Notebook Documentation CD Turning a Network Connection Off and On To conserve power turn off a netwo...

Page 154: ... NIC for startup and set the notebook to display the Network Service Boot prompt each time the notebook is started or restarted set your preferences in the Setup utility For more information about using the Setup utility refer to Using the Setup Utility in Chapter 9 The Setup utility is not a Windows utility and does not support the TouchPad To respond to the Network Service Boot prompt press f12 ...

Page 155: ...and universities A Bluetooth wireless notebook can connect to other Bluetooth wireless enabled devices using a wireless personal area network PAN The internal wireless antennae on your notebook are shown in the following illustration ÅWARNING Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the device shoul...

Page 156: ...ated light to indicate the state of the wireless devices The following illustration shows the wireless button and light The wireless function enabled by default can be disabled in the Setup utility Disabling wireless in the Setup utility will prevent the wireless button from turning on wireless devices For more information refer to Using the Setup Utility in Chapter 9 ...

Page 157: ...dware or software Wireless access point and wireless router are often used interchangeably Notebooks with 802 11 WLAN devices may support one or more of 3 IEEE physical layer standards 802 11a 802 11b 802 11g There are 3 popular implementations of WLAN adapters 802 11b only 802 11b g 802 11a b g 802 11b the first popular WLAN standard supports data rates of up to 11 Mbps and operates at a frequenc...

Page 158: ...ed to the Internet This wireless network includes An optional broadband modem either DSL or cable and high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ISP 1 An optional wireless router purchased separately 2 Your wireless notebook 3 As this network grows additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet If you need technical assis...

Page 159: ...reless device Refer to Device Power States later in this chapter For your home WLAN verify that your router is correctly configured For instructions refer to your router documentation Functional range for subsequent WLAN connections vary depending on your notebook WLAN implementation router manufacturer and interference from varying types of walls and other electronic devices For more information ...

Page 160: ...Personal or WEP security encryption on the router you may want to use one or more of the following security measures Change the default network name SSID and password Use a firewall Set security on your Web browser Enable MAC address filtering on the router For more information about WLAN security refer to the HP Web site at http www hp com go wireless for details Installing Wireless Software Opti...

Page 161: ...2 11 wireless devices on your notebook a Select Start My Computer b Right click in the My Computer window c Select Properties Hardware tab Device Manager Network Adapters 2 Identify the 802 11 wireless device from the list that is displayed The listing for an 802 11 wireless device includes the term wireless LAN WLAN or 802 11 If no 802 11 wireless device is listed either your notebook does not ha...

Page 162: ... download and install the SoftPaq use either of the following procedures Select Start Help and Support or Visit the HP Web site at http www hp com support a Choose your language and region b Select the Download Drivers and Software radio button c Enter your computer model information and then follow the instructions provided at the Web site WLAN software is provided in the Network category To acce...

Page 163: ... devices printer camera Audio devices headset speakers The devices are represented in the Bluetooth for Windows software by graphical icons that resemble their physical features which makes them easily recognizable and distinguishes them from other classes of devices The Bluetooth for Windows software provides the following functions Personal Information Management PIM item transfer Sends and rece...

Page 164: ...lar phone and to act as the Bluetooth cellular phone audio input and output mechanism Basic imaging Provides a wireless connection between a Bluetooth enabled camera and other Bluetooth devices The camera can be controlled remotely by a notebook and images can be transferred from a camera to be stored on a computer or to be printed Human interface device Provides a wireless connection to other Blu...

Page 165: ...and Bluetooth devices By default the 802 11 wireless and Bluetooth devices and wireless light are turned on when you turn on the notebook Turning on a wireless device does not automatically create a WLAN or connect you to a WLAN For information on setting up a WLAN refer to Wireless Local Area Network earlier in this chapter ...

Page 166: ...s and Bluetooth devices have 2 power states Enabled Disabled You can enable and disable the wireless devices with the wireless button If you want your wireless devices to be turned on when you turn on your notebook you must turn them on before you shut down or restart ...

Page 167: ...rsions of the software provided with your notebook as they become available You may find that the easiest way to update the software provided with your notebook is to use the software update links provided at Start Help and Support If you prefer to work from more detailed instructions the information in the following sections will help you to Prepare for updates Access updates at the HP Web site D...

Page 168: ...tebook Refer to the following sections for information on how to access notebook product and ROM information The notebook ROM stores the BIOS basic input output system The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external devices and also supports such notebook services as time and date Accessing Notebook Product Information To access the updates for your n...

Page 169: ... 10 19 2003 F 07 ROM information is also displayed in the Setup utility The Setup utility is a non Windows utility that does not support the TouchPad For complete information about using the Setup utility see the Using the Setup Utility section later in this chapter 1 To open the Setup utility turn on or restart the notebook 2 Before Windows opens and while the Press F10 to enter setup prompt is d...

Page 170: ...tions provide instructions for downloading and installing A ROM update A SoftPaq containing an update other than a ROM update Downloading and Installing a ROM Update ÄCAUTION To prevent serious damage to the notebook or an unsuccessful installation download and install a ROM update only while the notebook is connected to reliable external power Do not download or install a ROM update while the not...

Page 171: ...y your notebook and access the ROM update you want to download 3 At the download area a Record the date name or other identifier of any ROM update that is later than the ROM currently installed on your notebook You may need to locate the update later after it has been downloaded to the hard drive b Record the path to the default or custom location on the hard drive to which the ROM package will do...

Page 172: ... on the hard drive that contains the update 3 To begin the installation open the folder and then select the file having an exe extension for example Filename exe The ROM update installation begins 4 To complete the installation follow the instructions on the screen After a message on the screen reports a successful installation you can delete the downloaded file from the destination folder Downloa...

Page 173: ...5 In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window select My Computer your hard drive designation which is typically Local Disk C SWSetup folder The destination folder for most downloads from the HP Web site is the SWSetup folder If you do not see the download in the SWSetup folder look in the My Documents folder 6 In the destination folder select the name or number of the software package you have...

Page 174: ...ngs It is recommended that you set System Restore points Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware Periodically whenever the system is performing optimally Setting a System Restore Point To set a System Restore point manually 1 Select Start Help and Support Tools Notebook and diagnostic information is displayed 2 Select System Restore and then follow the on screen instructions for ...

Page 175: ...ystem deletes all files on the notebook After the operating system has been reinstalled all device drivers must also be reinstalled It is recommended that you try to restore your system by using the System Restore utility before you consider repairing or reinstalling your operating system For restoration instructions see the System Restore section earlier in this chapter If a System Restore restor...

Page 176: ... button again to start the notebook 5 When prompted press any key to boot from the disc After a few minutes the Welcome to Setup screen is displayed 6 Press enter to continue A Licensing Agreement screen is displayed ÄIf your system is not recognized as an existing Windows installation you will not be able to repair the operating system without losing data Press F3 to exit and refer to the Microso...

Page 177: ...y is displayed on the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label on the bottom of the notebook To reinstall the operating system using the Operating System disc included with the notebook 1 Connect the notebook to external power and turn on the notebook 2 Immediately insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive 3 Press and hold the power standby button for 5 seconds to turn off the not...

Page 178: ... Refer to the following section Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software for details Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software After the installation process is complete you must reinstall drivers and other software To reinstall drivers use the Application and Driver Recovery disc included with the notebook 1 While running Windows insert the Application and Driver Recovery disc into the...

Page 179: ...e USB support The Windows operating system provided on the notebook or on a restoration disc is enhanced for your HP notebook The enhancements add power and security features and provide supplementary support for external devices such as drives and PC Cards Using the Setup Utility The Setup utility is a preinstalled ROM based information and customization utility that can be used even when your op...

Page 180: ... press f10 On select models only you must start up not restart the notebook to access the settings for a hard drive password Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup utility is not based on Windows it does not support the TouchPad Navigation and selection are by keystroke To navigate use the up and down arrow keys or tab To select an item use the arrow keys to select the ite...

Page 181: ...able DriveLock Change a DriveLock user or master password DriveLock settings are accessible only when you enter the Setup utility by turning on not restarting the notebook Device security Enable disable floppy and CD ROM boot Select To Do This Hard Drive Self Test Run a quick or comprehensive self test on any hard drive in the system Select To Do This Language Support Change the Setup utility lang...

Page 182: ...tup Defaults Identification information including ROM version information is retained Exiting the Setup Utility To close the utility and save your changes from the current session select Exit Exit Saving Changes To close the utility without saving changes from the current session select Exit Exit Discarding Changes When you select either option the Setup utility closes and then Windows opens ...

Page 183: ...is appendix may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the notebook internationally or in extreme environments Notebook Dimensions Dimension Metric U S Height front 4 46 cm 1 76 in Height rear 5 06 cm 1 99 in Width 39 80 cm 15 67 in Depth with hinge 28 29 cm 11 14 in ...

Page 184: ...l disc 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F Operating writing to optical disc 5 to 35 C 41 to 95 F Nonoperating 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 95 5 to 95 Maximum altitude unpressurized Operating 15 m to 3 048 m 50 ft to 10 000 ft Nonoperating 15 m to 12 192 m 50 ft to 40 000 ft ...

Page 185: ...sion Port Input Output Signals The expansion port signal information in this section may be helpful if you plan to use an optional notebook product that connects to the expansion port 2 on your notebook The expansion port 2 is illustrated in the section Right Side Components in Chapter 1 The notebook has only one expansion port The term expansion port 2 describes the type of expansion port Optiona...

Page 186: ...products will support these features Feature Support USB 2 0 Yes 10 100 Ethernet Yes Gigabit Ethernet No IEEE 1394 4 pin port Yes Consumer IR for optional remote control only No Power inputs 135 W 180 W Composite video Yes S Video Yes Component video Yes S PDIF audio Yes DVI No Headphone speaker audio out Yes Microphone audio in Yes Refer to the rating marked on your notebook ...

Page 187: ...tion about exposing the notebook to environmental extremes For similar information about storing battery packs refer to Storing a Battery Pack in Chapter 3 For information about exposing the notebook to sunlight ultraviolet light x rays or magnetic fields refer to the Maintenance Shipping and Travel guide on the Notebook Documentation CD ...

Page 188: ...ns See software software updates audio cable 4 5 audio CD See CDs audio device connecting 4 3 audio in microphone jack connecting 4 4 identifying 1 10 4 3 audio out headphone jack connecting 4 4 identifying 1 10 4 3 AutoPlay 7 13 B backing up system 9 8 battery bay identifying 1 14 removing battery pack 3 26 battery light 1 7 3 16 battery pack calibrating 3 21 charging 3 17 3 21 conservation setti...

Page 189: ...d caps lock light 1 5 card and socket services PC Card 6 5 6 10 card See ExpressCard memory PC Card digital cards CD creation utility creating CDs 4 13 preparing to use 4 13 UDF prompt 4 14 CD ROM drive See optical drives CDs creating 4 13 hotkeys 2 11 inserting 7 10 playing 4 11 removing 7 11 7 12 starting from 7 15 See also discs media DVDs closing the notebook display 3 13 compartment memory Se...

Page 190: ...button 1 12 Digital Media Slot light 6 15 Digital Media Slot identifying 1 12 dimensions notebook A 1 discs Application and Driver Recovery 9 12 hotkeys 2 11 Operating System 9 11 playing 4 11 See also CDs media DVDs display brightness 2 10 switching image 2 8 display release button 1 7 display switch changing function 3 13 identifying 3 8 display system information 2 7 documentation 1 20 drive me...

Page 191: ...11 rear 1 9 expansion port 2 identifying 1 13 supported signals A 3 ExpressCard configuring 6 10 identifying 6 9 inserting 6 11 removing 6 13 ExpressCard slot identifying 1 12 inserting ExpressCard 6 11 removing ExpressCard 6 13 ExpressCard slot cover 6 11 external monitor port 1 8 external VGA support 2 9 F fan vents 1 9 1 11 1 15 firewall software 5 2 5 19 flash memory card See digital cards fn ...

Page 192: ... 6 3 12 overview 3 4 restoring 1 4 3 4 3 12 setting preferences 3 13 when to use 3 4 hotkey commands display brightness 2 10 Help and Support Center 2 8 initiate Standby 2 9 3 8 3 11 print options window 2 8 Quick Reference 2 6 QuickLock 2 10 switch image 2 8 Web browser 2 8 hotkeys changing power options 3 13 function key locations 1 3 overview 2 4 procedures 2 7 quick reference 2 6 HP password 5...

Page 193: ...ovals 1 19 product identification 1 19 system 1 19 wireless certification 1 19 latches battery pack locking 3 27 battery pack release 1 14 See also buttons keys lights battery 1 7 3 16 caps lock 1 5 Digital Media Slot 6 15 IDE 1 7 7 4 num lock 1 5 power standby 1 7 3 16 TouchPad 1 2 2 2 wireless 1 5 lock security cable 5 20 locked system 1 4 3 10 locking latches battery pack 3 27 low battery condi...

Page 194: ...17 modem jack See RJ 11 modem jack monitor port external 1 8 monitor switching display 2 8 multimedia software 4 8 MultiMediaCard 6 14 mute button 1 6 4 1 N network specifications 8 3 speed 8 3 turning connection on and off 8 3 network cable connecting 1 13 8 3 identifying 1 17 network jack See RJ 45 network jack Network Service Boot prompt 8 4 Norton AntiVirus 5 17 Notebook Documentation CD 1 20 ...

Page 195: ...idelines 5 6 PC Card configuring 6 5 functions 6 5 inserting 6 6 removing 6 8 stopping 6 8 6 13 6 17 types available 6 5 PC Card eject button identifying 1 12 using 6 8 PC Card enablers 6 5 PC Card slot identifying 1 12 removing cover 6 6 pointing device moving 2 3 setting preferences 2 4 ports 1394 1 13 expansion port 2 1 13 external monitor 1 8 USB 1 8 1 10 1 13 7 20 power conservation 3 4 3 25 ...

Page 196: ... memory 6 18 regional settings color television format 4 7 DVD 4 12 Regulatory and Safety Notices guide 1 20 regulatory information modem approvals label 1 19 Regulatory and Safety Notices guide 1 20 system label 1 19 wireless certification label 1 19 repair of operating system 9 9 reset emergency shutdown procedures 3 10 restoring software 9 8 RJ 11 modem jack identifying 1 13 using modem 8 1 RJ ...

Page 197: ...rvices ExpressCard 6 10 PC Card 6 5 SoftPaq described 9 4 downloading and installing 9 6 software antivirus 5 17 AutoPlay 7 13 firewall 5 2 5 19 InterVideo WinDVD Player 4 10 multimedia 4 8 network 8 4 Power Meter 3 18 reinstalling 9 9 repairing 9 9 RomPaq 9 4 security features 5 1 Setup utility 9 13 SoftPaq 9 4 updating 9 2 software updates downloading and installing 9 4 9 6 obtaining 9 4 overvie...

Page 198: ...enter television changing color format 4 7 connecting 4 5 connecting audio 4 3 temperature specifications A 2 storage battery pack 3 24 toggling display 2 8 TouchPad components 1 2 2 2 disabling 2 3 identifying 1 2 2 2 resuming from Standby 3 11 setting preferences 2 4 using 2 3 TouchPad buttons 1 2 2 2 TouchPad light 1 2 2 2 traveling with notebook battery pack temperature considerations 3 24 env...

Page 199: ...video transmission types supported 2 9 viruses antivirus software 5 17 volume buttons 1 6 4 1 volume controls 4 2 W Web browser hotkey 2 8 width notebook A 1 Windows applications key 1 3 Windows logo key 1 3 Windows Media Player 4 9 Windows MovieMaker 4 9 Windows password guidelines 5 6 WinDVD Player See InterVideo WinDVD Player 4 10 wireless disabling 9 15 types of WLAN adapters 8 11 wireless loc...

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