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Hardware and Software
Guide

HP Notebook Series

Document Part Number: 366536-001

November 2004

This guide explains how to identify, access, and use most

of the hardware and software 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.

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Summary of Contents for Notebook Series

Page 1: ...tures 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: ...r and used by Hewlett Packard Company under license The information contained 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 omissio...

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 15 Cables and Cord 1 16 Adapters and Battery Pack 1 17 Labels 1 18 Restoration and Documentation Discs 1 19 ...

Page 4: ...ng Custom Assignments and Schemes 2 13 3 Power Selecting a Power Source 3 1 About Standby Hibernation and Shutdown 3 3 Standby 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 7 Identifying Power Controls and Indicators 3 8 Turning the Note...

Page 5: ...edures 3 25 Replacing a Battery Pack 3 26 Disposing of a Used Battery Pack 3 27 4 Multimedia Using the Speakers 4 1 Using the Volume Controls 4 2 Connecting an External Audio Device 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 7 Changing th...

Page 6: ... HP Administrator Setup Password 5 13 Using DriveLock 5 17 Setting DriveLock Passwords 5 17 Entering DriveLock Passwords 5 18 Changing DriveLock Passwords 5 18 Deleting DriveLock Protection 5 19 Device Disabling 5 20 Security Cable 5 21 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 Dev...

Page 7: ...emory Module 6 19 7 Drives About Drives 7 1 Caring for Drives 7 3 Hard Drive 7 4 Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light 7 4 Replacing the Internal Hard Drive 7 5 Optical Drive 7 10 Inserting an Optical 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 Optional HP USB Digital Drive Select Models Only 7 15 I...

Page 8: ... 8 7 WLAN Software 8 7 9 Software Updates Restorations and Utilities Software Updates 9 1 Preparing for Software Updates 9 2 Downloading and Installing an Update 9 4 System Restore 9 8 Setting a System Restore Point 9 8 Restoring to a System Restore Point 9 8 Repairing or Reinstalling the Operating System 9 9 Repairing the Operating System 9 10 Reinstalling the Operating System 9 11 Reinstalling D...

Page 9: ... Hardware and Software Guide ix A Specifications Notebook Dimensions A 1 Operating Environment A 2 Rated Input Power A 3 Expansion Port Input Output Signals A 3 Finding More Environmental Information A 5 Index ...

Page 10: ...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 11: ...ects or activates items on the screen 3 Left and right TouchPad buttons 2 Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 4 TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down 5 TouchPad light On TouchPad is enabled This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of TouchPad features refer to Setting TouchPad Preferences in Chapter 2 ...

Page 12: ...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 13: ...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 14: ...ftware Guide 1 5 Lights Component Description 1 Wireless light On An integrated wireless device has been enabled select models only 2 Caps lock light On caps lock is on 3 Num lock light On num lock or the numeric keypad is on ...

Page 15: ...system volume 3 Volume up button Increases system volume 4 Quick Launch buttons Launch default multimedia digital imaging or music applications varies by model To reassign another application to a Quick Launch button refer to Using Custom Assignments and Schemes in Chapter 2 5 Wireless button Turns the wireless network device on and off select models only ...

Page 16: ... 3 Power standby light On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby 4 Battery light On Battery pack is charging Blinking Battery pack has reached a low battery condition 5 AC power light On Notebook is receiving AC power 6 Hard drive activity light On Internal hard drive is being accessed 7 Consumer IR Links the notebook to an optional remote control ...

Page 17: ...ptional security cable to the notebook 2 Power connector Connects an AC adapter 3 USB port Connects optional 1 1 or 2 0 compliant USB devices 4 S Video out jack Connects an optional S Video device such as a television VCR camcorder projector or video capture card 5 External monitor port Connects an optional VGA external monitor or projector ...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...rophone 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 combination CD ROM DVD ROM varies by model ...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...Memory Card SDIO Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro MultiMediaCard xD 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 continued ...

Page 22: ...evices 8 1394 port Connects an optional 1394 device such as a camcorder 9 RJ 11 modem jack Connects a modem cable Modem cable included with select models 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 Component Description ...

Page 23: ... 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 24: ...rdware ordered The following sections identify the standard external accessories and components included with most notebook models Component Description Vents 6 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 25: ...or to a country 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: ...tem 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 certification la...

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: ...lects or activates items on the screen 3 Left and right TouchPad buttons 2 Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 4 TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down 5 TouchPad light On TouchPad is enabled This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of TouchPad features see the Setting TouchPad Preferences section later in this chapter ...

Page 31: ...isable the TouchPad press the TouchPad button When the TouchPad is enabled the TouchPad light is on When the notebook is turned on the TouchPad is enabled Users who work with keystrokes rather than mouse actions may prefer to disable the TouchPad to prevent accidental TouchPad activity Setting TouchPad Preferences To set pointer speed and shape click speed tapping mouse trails and other pointing d...

Page 32: ...e and Software Guide Keyboard 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 33: ...ey Combination Display system information fn esc Open Help and Support window fn f1 Open print options window fn f2 Open Web browser fn f3 Switch 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 track or...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...pens 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 jack on the notebook For example if an external monitor is connected...

Page 36: ...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 37: ...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 to decrease the brightness level incrementally Increase Screen Brightness fn f8 The fn f8 hotkey increases notebook screen brightness Hold d...

Page 38: ...ops 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 an audio CD or DVD that is playing ...

Page 39: ...Keyboard Hardware and Software Guide 2 11 Keypad The numeric keypad consists of 17 keys that can be used like the keys on an external keypad ...

Page 40: ...eless network device select models only Component Description 1 Quick Launch buttons Launch default multimedia digital imaging or music applications varies by model To reassign another application to a Quick Launch button refer to Using Custom Assignments and Schemes later in this chapter 2 Wireless button Turns the wireless network device on and off select models only ...

Page 41: ...cation such as Microsoft Word A document such as an Excel worksheet Button assignments can be grouped into schemes When you select a scheme only the button assignments within that scheme are active Set up button assignments and schemes change them or delete them in the Quick Launch buttons window To program a Quick Launch button 1 Select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Quick Launch...

Page 42: ...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 43: ... 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 44: ...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 45: ...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 you cannot restore from Hibernation when power is restored to the system you will be prompt...

Page 46: ...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 notebook is connected to external power and also protects your work during a power outage ...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...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 by briefly pressing the power standby button Resume from Standby by briefly pressing the power standby button using the TouchPad or pressing any key on the keyboard Using ...

Page 49: ...e Guide Power 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 50: ...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 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ...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 56: ...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 57: ...s 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 3 AC power light On The notebook is receiving AC power ...

Page 58: ...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 59: ...nce 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 remaining on the 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 DV...

Page 60: ...tion 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 If Hibernation is disabled and the notebook is on or in Standby the notebook remains briefly in Standby and then shuts down and loses your unsaved work To verify tha...

Page 61: ...e 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 re...

Page 62: ...hen the 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 ...

Page 63: ...pack 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...

Page 64: ...ed until the battery pack is fully recharged and 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 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 Plugg...

Page 65: ...e the self 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...

Page 66: ...gged 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 memory card SD Memory Card SDIO 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 jack If you leave ...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...tebook and then tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place 2 To restore from Hibernation or to turn on the notebook press the power standby button Disposing of a Used Battery Pack For information about recycling or disposing of a used battery pack refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the Notebook Documentation CD ...

Page 69: ...the Speakers The internal speakers 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 headphone jack the internal speakers are disabled ...

Page 70: ...cations The volume mute button on the notebook overrides all software volume settings To adjust volume using the notebook volume buttons Press the volume down button 1 to decrease volume Press the volume mute button 2 to mute or restore volume When the volume is muted the mute light on the volume mute button is turned on When volume is restored the mute light is turned off Press the volume up butt...

Page 71: ...e select the Advanced button under Device volume To display a volume icon on your taskbar select the check box for Place volume icon in the taskbar and then select OK Connecting an External Audio 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 th...

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: ... 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: ...ard S Video cable available from most computer or electronics retailers To connect the S Video cable 1 Plug either end of the S Video cable into the notebook S Video jack 2 Plug the other 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 ...

Page 75: ...lay 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 hotkey The fn f4 hotkey toggles the image between the notebook display the video device display and both displays simultaneously ...

Page 76: ...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 77: ...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 78: ... or from CDs listen to radio stations and search for and organize music files 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 ...

Page 79: ... 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 80: ...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 81: ... region setting on your DVD ROM drive ÄCAUTION The region setting on your DVD ROM drive can be changed only 5 times The region setting you select the fifth time becomes the permanent region setting on the drive The number of allowable region changes remaining on the drive is displayed in the Remaining times until permanent field in the WinDVD window The number in the field includes the fifth and p...

Page 82: ...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 83: ...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 84: ...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 85: ...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 86: ...security features may be unnecessary However it is strongly recommended that you follow the procedures provided in this chapter for using Antivirus software Windows updates Firewall software Passwords The following table Security Feature Quick Reference may help you decide which other security features to use The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent These solutions do not prevent...

Page 87: ...y HP administrator Setup password Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive Drivelock Unauthorized startup from a CD Device disabling Unauthorized removal of the notebook Security cable slot used with an optional security cable This security feature is configured in the Setup utility The Setup utility is a non Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the notebook is started or resta...

Page 88: ...oftware 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 your notebook For information about using and updating your Norton AntiVirus software select Start All Programs Norton AntiVirus Help and Support For more information about compute...

Page 89: ...ite To update your system using the Critical Security Updates for Windows XP disc 1 Insert the disc into the drive The disc automatically runs the installation application 2 Follow the on screen instructions to install all updates This may take a few minutes 3 Remove the disc ÄCAUTION Because new computer viruses are being detected all the time it is recommended that you install all critical updat...

Page 90: ...ng 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 t...

Page 91: ...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 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 passw...

Page 92: ...nistrator Setup password and forget both passwords you cannot start the notebook or resume from Hibernation until a service partner resets the notebook To make sure that the data utilities and notebook features that you protect with passwords remain available to you record your passwords and store them in a safe place away from your notebook To contact a service partner select Start Help and Suppo...

Page 93: ...P Passwords Function HP administrator Setup password Protects access to the Setup utility Power on password Protects access to notebook contents when the notebook is started restarted or restored from Hibernation Windows Passwords Function Administrator password Protects Windows administrator level access to notebook contents User password Protects access to a Windows user account To protect acces...

Page 94: ...apter 2 Although you can use the same text for various passwords HP passwords and Windows passwords function independently Even if you plan to use the same text for an HP password and a Windows password you must set the HP password in the Setup utility and the Windows password in your operating system Although their names are similar an HP administrator Setup password and a Windows administrator p...

Page 95: ... 8 letters and numbers and is not case sensitive Setting a Power On Password A power on password is set in the Setup utility 1 Open the Setup utility by turning on the notebook Press f10 while the Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security Power On Password and then press enter 3 Type the password in the Enter New Password field and th...

Page 96: ...Password and then press enter 3 Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 4 Type the new password in the Enter New Password field and then press enter 5 Type the new password in the Confirm New Password field and then press enter 6 When the Setup Notice is displayed press enter to save your preferences 7 To set your preferences and exit the Setup utility pr...

Page 97: ...ss enter 3 times Pressing enter at each of the remaining password fields indicates that you are removing not changing the password 4 When the Setup Notice is displayed press enter to save your preferences 5 To set 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 a Power On Passwor...

Page 98: ... Setup password Is not interchangeable with a Windows administrator password For more information about coordinating HP passwords with Windows passwords see the Coordinating HP and Windows Passwords section earlier in this chapter Does not display as it is set entered changed or deleted Must be set and entered with the same keys For example an HP administrator Setup password set with keyboard numb...

Page 99: ...screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security Administrator Password and then press enter 3 Type the password in the Enter New Password field and then press enter 4 Type the password in the Confirm New Password field and then press enter 5 When the Setup Notice is displayed press enter to save your preferences 6 To set your preferences and exit the Setup utility press f10 and then follow the inst...

Page 100: ...ty Administrator Password and then press enter 3 Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 4 Type the new password in the Enter New Password field and then press enter 5 Type the new password in the Confirm New Password field and then press enter 6 When the Setup Notice is displayed press enter to save your preferences 7 To set your preferences and exit the...

Page 101: ...remaining password fields indicates that you are removing not changing the password 4 When the Setup Notice is displayed press enter to save your preferences 5 To set 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 an HP Administrator Setup Password At the administrator password ...

Page 102: ... f10 while the Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security DriveLock Password and then press enter 3 Read the warning and then press enter 4 Type the new password in the Enter New Password field and then press enter 5 Type the new password in the Confirm New Password field and then press enter 6 To confirm DriveLock protection on the dr...

Page 103: ...ty by turning on the notebook Press f10 while the Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security DriveLock Password and then press enter 3 Type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 4 Type the new password in the Enter New Password field and then press enter 5 Type the new password in the Confirm New...

Page 104: ...Security DriveLock Password and then press enter 3 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 changing the password 4 When the Setup Notice is displayed press enter to save your changes 5 To set your preferences and exit the Setup utility press f10 and then fo...

Page 105: ...the lower left corner of the screen 2 Use the arrow keys to select Security Device Security and then press enter 3 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 the field for the item to Enable and then press enter 4 When a confirmation prompt with your prefere...

Page 106: ...le purchased separately Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents These solutions cannot prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen To attach a security cable 1 Loop the security cable around a stationary object such as a desk 2 Insert the security cable lock into the security cable slot ...

Page 107: ...5 22 Hardware and Software Guide Security 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 108: ...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 109: ...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 110: ... 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 111: ...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 112: ...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 113: ...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 114: ...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 115: ...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 116: ... Card 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 1 ExpressCard 34 2 ExpressCard 54 ...

Page 117: ...s 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 Inserting an ExpressCard ÄCAUTION To prevent 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...

Page 118: ...Hardware Options and Upgrades Hardware and Software Guide 6 11 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 119: ...in 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 push and quickly release the ExpressCard to eject it 1 4 Pull the...

Page 120: ... Secure Digital SD Secure Digital Input Output SDIO MultimediaCard MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Pro MSP SmartMedia SM xD Picture Card XD Digital media formats consist of flash memory cards that provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing These cards are often used with digital media equipped cameras and PDAs as well as other notebooks ...

Page 121: ...and Upgrades Using the Digital Media Light The digital media light is turned on when an inserted digital memory card is being accessed The digital media light is turned off when inserted digital media is inactive or when the Digital Media Slot is empty ...

Page 122: ... minimal force when inserting a digital memory card into a Digital Media Slot Do not move or transport the notebook while digital memory 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 123: ...ities that are supported by the card such as a data transfer and close all applications 2 To stop a digital memory card select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar and then select the digital memory 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 124: ...leased from the Digital Media Slot To restart the card remove and then reinsert it For instructions see the Inserting Digital Memory Cards and Removing Digital Memory 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 ...

Page 125: ...verify 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 select My Computer right click the hard drive and select Properties To display the amount of space required by the hibernation file select Start C...

Page 126: ...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 Notebook Documentation CD 1 Save your ...

Page 127: ... Guide Hardware Options and Upgrades 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 128: ...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 129: ... 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 Push the module down until the retention clips snap into place 3 ...

Page 130: ...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 131: ...rive 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 RW R DVD ROM Driv...

Page 132: ...ly 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 Media including SD Memory Cards SDIO Cards MultiMediaCards Smart Media xD Picture Card Memory Sticks and Memory Stick Pro For more information refer to Using Digital Media in Ch...

Page 133: ... 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 134: ...ware Guide Drives Hard Drive This section discusses the primary hard drive of the notebook Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light The hard drive activity light is turned on when the internal hard drive is being accessed ...

Page 135: ...ure until you have Saved your work closed all open applications and shut 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 and close the display 4 Disconnect the n...

Page 136: ...7 6 Hardware and Software Guide Drives 7 Remove the 4 hard drive retaining screws from the hard drive bay 1 8 Remove the hard drive cover 2 ...

Page 137: ...Drives Hardware and Software Guide 7 7 9 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 138: ...7 8 Hardware and Software Guide Drives 10 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 139: ...de 7 9 11 Lower the hard drive cover onto the hard drive bay 1 12 If you have installed a hard drive reinsert the 4 hard drive retaining screws 2 If you removed but did not replace a hard drive put the retaining screws in a safe place ...

Page 140: ...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 141: ... tray and then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray by gently pushing 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 142: ...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 pushing 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...

Page 143: ...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 144: ...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 by briefly pressing the power standby button Resume from Standby by briefly pressing the power standby button using the TouchPa...

Page 145: ... TouchPad For information about using the Setup utility refer to Using the Setup Utility in Chapter 9 Optional HP USB Digital Drive Select Models Only Optional HP USB Digital Drives are pocket sized SD Secure Digital memory drives for storing and transferring files such as digital pictures music video or data files A digital drive can be connected to the digital drive bay or to the USB port with t...

Page 146: ...7 16 Hardware and Software Guide Drives 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 ...

Page 147: ...Drives Hardware and Software Guide 7 17 2 Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD slot of the digital drive ...

Page 148: ...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 149: ...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 150: ...connected to the USB port on your notebook with the USB cable either retracted or extended To connect the digital drive to the 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 the USB port on your notebook ...

Page 151: ...e 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 the USB port on your notebook ...

Page 152: ... 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 with select models 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 t...

Page 153: ...but are not compatible with the modem For more information on connecting and configuring your modem refer to the Modem and Networking guide on the Notebook Documentation CD Network All notebook models are shipped with an RJ 45 network jack A network cable is not included The notebook can be connected to a network whether or not the internal modem is connected to a telephone line If your notebook i...

Page 154: ...otebook to a PXE Preboot eXecution Environment server during startup you must enable the internal NIC for startup and then respond to the Network Service Boot prompt each time you want to connect to the server To enable the 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 mor...

Page 155: ...ntenna on your notebook is 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 should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure...

Page 156: ...nd computer files with multiple wireless notebooks and wired computers Corporate office and public wireless networks on the other hand typically use wireless access points which can handle a large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical network functions Bluetooth Wireless Technology A Bluetooth wireless technology notebook can connect to other Bluetooth wireless technology e...

Page 157: ... integrated 802 11 and Bluetooth devices Turning on the wireless function does not automatically create a wireless network or connect you to a wireless network The network must be created in a separate procedure before you can use the wireless function Setting Up Your Own Wireless Network or Connecting to an Existing Wireless Network For wireless network connection information refer to the Go Wire...

Page 158: ...ture an integrated WLAN device To install WLAN software you need to know the name of the integrated WLAN device To identify any integrated WLAN device on your notebook 1 Select Start My Computer 2 Right click on the My Computer window and then select Properties Hardware Device Manager Network Adapters 3 Identify a WLAN adapter from the list The listing for the WLAN adapter includes the term wirele...

Page 159: ...provided in the Network category Accessing WLAN Documentation To access documentation for Intel PRO Wireless LAN 2200 3B Mini PCI network adapters Install the WLAN software as instructed earlier in this document open the utility and then select Help on the menu bar Intel PRO Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI network adapters Install the WLAN software as instructed earlier in this chapter open the util...

Page 160: ...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 161: ...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 162: ... 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 163: ...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 164: ...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 165: ... 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 166: ...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 167: ...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 168: ...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 169: ... 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 170: ...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 171: ... 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 172: ... 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 operating system is not working or will not load The utility reports information about the notebook and provides settings for startup password port Setup utility appea...

Page 173: ...Accelerators feature 1 Press and hold alt A letter or number in most on screen items is highlighted 2 Press the keyboard key corresponding to the highlighted letter or number in the item you want to select For example to select an on screen OK button press alt When the O in OK is highlighted press O Restoring Setup Utility Default Settings To return all Setup utility settings to default values sel...

Page 174: ...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 51 cm 1 78 in Height rear 4 97 cm 1 96 in Width 39 79 cm 15 70 in Depth with hinge 28 81 cm 11 34 in ...

Page 175: ...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 176: ...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 177: ...roducts 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 Yes 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 178: ...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 179: ...s software 5 3 Apple iTunes 4 10 Application and Driver Recov ery disc 9 12 applications 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 using 4 4 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...

Page 180: ...eo 4 6 USB digital drive See also power cord caps lock light 1 5 card and socket services PC Card 6 5 6 10 card See ExpressCard memory PC Card digital memory cards CD creation utility creating CDs 4 14 preparing to use 4 14 UDF prompt 4 15 CD ROM drive See optical drives CDs creating 4 14 hotkeys 2 9 2 10 inserting 7 10 playing 4 12 removing 7 11 7 12 starting from 7 15 See also discs media DVDs c...

Page 181: ... 13 Secure Digital Input Output SDIO 6 13 SmartMedia SM card 6 13 xD Picture Card XD 6 13 dimensions notebook A 1 disabling devices 5 20 discs Application and Driver Recovery 9 12 hotkeys 2 9 2 10 Operating System 9 11 playing 4 12 See also CDs media DVDs display brightness 2 9 switching image 2 7 display release latch 1 7 display switch changing function 3 13 identifying 3 8 display system inform...

Page 182: ...t vents left side 1 11 rear 1 9 expansion port 2 identifying 1 13 supported signals A 3 ExpressCard configuring 6 10 identifying 6 9 inserting 6 10 removing 6 12 ExpressCard slot identifying 1 12 inserting ExpressCard 6 10 removing ExpressCard 6 12 ExpressCard slot cover 6 10 external monitor port 1 8 external VGA support 2 8 F fan vents 1 9 1 11 1 15 firewall software 5 5 flash memory card See di...

Page 183: ...ndicators 3 8 defined 3 4 disabling 3 4 drive media use 3 7 enabling 3 5 initiating 1 4 3 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 9 Help and Support Center 2 7 initiate Standby 2 8 3 8 3 11 Internet Explorer 2 7 print options window 2 7 Quick Reference 2 5 QuickLock 2 9 switch image 2 7 hotkeys changing power options ...

Page 184: ...ertificate of Authenticity 1 18 9 11 modem approvals 1 18 product identification 1 18 system 1 18 wireless certification 1 18 latches battery pack locking 3 27 battery pack release 1 14 display release 1 7 See also buttons keys lights AC power 1 7 3 16 battery 1 7 3 16 caps lock 1 5 digital media 6 14 hard drive activity 1 7 7 4 num lock 1 5 power standby 1 7 3 16 TouchPad 1 2 2 2 wireless 1 5 loc...

Page 185: ...dapter 1 17 Modem and Networking guide 1 19 modem approvals label 1 18 modem cable 1 13 1 16 modem jack See RJ 11 modem jack monitor port external 1 8 monitor switching display 2 7 multimedia software 4 9 MultiMediaCard 6 13 mute button 1 6 4 2 N network specifications 8 2 speed 8 2 turning connection on and off 8 3 network cable connecting 1 13 8 3 identifying 1 16 network jack See RJ 45 network ...

Page 186: ...y 3 15 PC Card configuring 6 5 functions 6 5 inserting 6 6 removing 6 8 stopping 6 8 6 12 6 16 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 3 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 contro...

Page 187: ...adio frequency exposure limit 8 4 RAM random access memory 6 17 regional settings color television format 4 8 DVD 4 13 Regulatory and Safety Notices guide 1 19 regulatory information modem approvals label 1 18 Regulatory and Safety Notices guide 1 19 system label 1 18 wireless certification label 1 18 repair of operating system 9 9 reset emergency shutdown procedures 3 10 restoring software 9 8 RJ...

Page 188: ... 12 memory 6 17 PC Card 1 12 SD Card 6 13 security cable 1 8 socket services ExpressCard 6 10 PC Card 6 5 SoftPaq described 9 4 downloading and installing 9 6 software antivirus 5 3 AutoPlay 7 13 firewall 5 5 InterVideo WinDVD Player 4 11 multimedia 4 9 network 8 3 Power Meter 3 18 reinstalling 9 9 repairing 9 9 RomPaq 9 4 security features 5 1 5 2 Setup utility 9 13 SoftPaq 9 4 updating 9 2 softw...

Page 189: ...t restoring 9 8 setting 9 8 System Restore utility 9 8 T technical support 1 19 See also Help and Support Center television changing color format 4 8 connecting 4 5 connecting audio 4 3 temperature specifications A 2 storage battery pack 3 24 toggling display 2 7 TouchPad components 1 2 2 2 disabling 2 3 identifying 1 2 2 2 resuming from Standby 3 11 setting preferences 2 3 using 2 3 TouchPad butt...

Page 190: ...m 1 15 left side 1 11 rear 1 9 video CDs DVDs See CDs discs DVDs video devices connecting 4 5 displaying image 4 7 video transmission types supported 2 8 viruses antivirus software 5 3 volume buttons 1 6 4 2 volume controls 4 3 volume adjusting 4 2 W Web browser hotkey 2 7 width notebook A 1 Windows applications key 1 3 Windows logo key 1 3 Windows Media Player 4 10 Windows MovieMaker 4 10 WinDVD ...

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